Florim USA

Florim USA is one of the largest floor and wall porcelain tile manufacturing plants in North America. Established in 2000, the Clarksville facility spans over 1 million square feet and produces more than 100 million square feet of tile annually. Guided by a commitment to product innovation, quality, design, and ecological mindfulness, Florim USA is the largest manufacturing facility in the world to achieve the WELL Health and Safety Rating, and sources raw materials within a 500-mile radius of the facility. Their tile is represented in over 2,500 stores nationally under the Mil®stone distributed brand.

Internship Description

Florim USA is seeking 1 intern to create visually compelling digital assets that effectively communicate the brand message to target audiences. The intern will collaborate closely with the marketing, communications, and creative teams to produce on-brand campaigns aligned with the company's overall aesthetic and marketing strategy. Responsibilities include developing banner advertisements, artwork, social media graphics, interactive web content, and other digital assets; collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and ensure timely delivery of materials; optimizing digital content for search engines, performance, and accessibility to maximize reach and engagement; contributing to creative strategy through participation in brainstorming sessions and campaign planning discussions; managing time effectively to meet project deadlines and project parameters; and researching and staying current on industry trends and emerging technologies in digital design and marketing.

Career Readiness Skills: Career & Self-Development, Communication, Critical Thinking, Professionalism, Teamwork, Technology
Preferred Major: Graphic Design / Visual Communication, Digital Media / Digital Design, User Experience (UX) / Interaction Design, Web Design & Development / Front-End Development, or Marketing with a Digital Marketing emphasis

Required Skills & Qualifications

Graphic Design Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (primarily InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat)
Strong creativity and ability to combine functionality and technology to produce engaging online content
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, Marketing, and HR to produce on-brand and eye-catching campaigns
Technical skills to transform wireframes into intuitive user interfaces
Clear communication skills with the ability to present ideas and concepts effectively
Commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of internal and external customers through creative solutions and responsive communication.
Willingness to stay current on industry trends, design techniques, and emerging technologies
Familiarity with sustainability principles and the ability to integrate them into quality processes.

Workplace Culture

Workplace Culture: Florim USA offers a creative, collaborative, and inclusive work environment where interns learn from experienced designers and cross-functional teams. The company values innovation, sustainability, and professional growth at every level.
Benefits of Internship: Hands-on experience using industry-standard design tools, direct contributions to real digital campaigns, portfolio-building opportunities, and participation in brainstorming and planning sessions alongside creative leadership.
Professional Development: Interns will receive regular feedback that strengthens both technical skills and creative thinking, while gaining exposure to digital design, accessibility best practices, and sustainability principles — all within a globally recognized manufacturing organization.

The internship takes place primarily in a professional, climate-controlled office environment within Florim's corporate headquarters. Occasional visits to production facilities may be required.

Mentor Information

Chris Fornal, Art Director & Digital Asset Manager
Email: cfornal@florimusa.com

Chris Fornal is a Nashville-based designer and illustrator serving as Art Director and Digital Asset Manager at Florim USA. Drawing influence from artists like Charley Harper and Andy Warhol, his work explores color, line, form, and tactile approaches to graphic design that go beyond the screen. Chris has led his own creative team at Florim USA for seven years, bringing patience and a strong understanding of the balance between supervising and mentoring to his leadership style.