What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Design Intern position at Messiah Lifeways?
Who We Are:
Messiah Lifeways is a non-profit organization located in Mechanicsburg, PA, that provides a network of services for adults 55 and better living in South Central PA. Our roots trace back to 1896, when the Brethren in Christ Church founded Messiah Home in Harrisburg, PA, to serve older adults with Christ-like love.
Position Summary:
The Design Intern supports the Marketing and Communication team with design, branding, and marketing efforts through the creation of flyers, ads, newsletters, mailers, collaterals, and graphics. The design intern must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s degree program in a related field and in their junior or senior year.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop programs (required)
- Must be able to commit to interning for a college semester’s length of time, may vary based on the college/university’s requirements (estimated 3 months)
- Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours a week with a minimum of 3 hours per day in-person
- Enthusiastic, well organized, and a self-starter
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, personal integrity and the ability to present Messiah Lifeways in a positive, professional, and engaging manner
- Eagerness to learn
More About What You’ll Be Doing:
- Report to and directly support the graphic designer on staff
- Assist with in-house advertising
- Execute basic design projects using programs such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop programs
- Assist with the creation of content for the Messiah Lifeways social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn
- Assist with taking photos of events, new staff, and annual board of directors photos
- Participate in brainstorming efforts for new campaign projects
- Attend Marketing and Communication team meetings during regularly scheduled internship hours
- Participate in meetings with Messiah Lifeways service lines to identify and execute their marketing needs
- Gain exposure to event planning, campaign development promotion, photo and video shoots, and working with multiple target audiences
Why You Should Choose to Intern With Us:
We work hard to create a One Team culture of care and collaboration and ensure that team members are best equipped to lead happy, healthy, and balanced lives. Messiah Lifeways team members genuinely enjoy what they do, who they serve, and the people they work alongside.
