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Position Summary: Graphic Design Interns will spend several weeks in a training program consisting of both classroom-based and on-the-job trainings. Topics include member service, MSUFCU culture and philosophies, product knowledge, computer systems, and compliance. This is a learning position which performs a variety of functions specific to the Creative Services department that corresponds with the intern's field of study and graphic design. Individuals will be assigned department specific projects to complete during their time as a Graphic Design Intern. They will also have the opportunity to meet with management and leadership to learn about the corporate culture while gaining hands-on business experience. Work Location:Hybrid; Headquarters campus in East Lansing, MI Work Schedule: Part-Time 15-25/week; Hours will be scheduled based on student's school schedule and business hours (8:30AM - 5:00PM Monday-Friday) Paid Hourly Internship: $16.00+/hour Duration: Fall Semester 2024 with potential to continue into future semesters An offer of employment with MSU Federal Credit Union and affiliates is contingent upon the agreed work arrangement (onsite/hybrid/remote) and work location. MSU Federal Credit Union may or may not be able to accommodate temporary or permanent changes to work arrangements or allow employment outside the city and/or state of residency in which the new hire resides at the time of offered employment. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Create intuitive eye-catching marketing, communication, and brand solutions that engages, informs, and inspires the target audience Maintain brand standards to drive brand consistency across the organization Stay up-to-date with design trends, best practices, and emerging technologies and recommend new strategies to improve our design approach Use graphics, illustrations, colors, and fonts to meet specific department and interdepartmental needs, such as print, email, displays, logos, or imagery for digital uses including banner ads, social media posts, website, ads, billboards, annual reports, etc. Execute graphic design, illustration, animation, layout, printing, production, and photo editing tasks and deliverables Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with other team members to create compelling graphics and messages that connect with the audiences Obtain input from managers to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company appropriately Work independently as well as collaboratively with teams under the Community Impact division to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and schedule project implementation based on workload Examine existing processes, identify flaws, and create solutions that improve design capabilities Proofread own and others' documents to verify their effectiveness in conveying the necessary message, ensuring consistent brand, quality, and accuracy of information correct as to content, grammar, and spelling, and free of typographical errors Communicate effectively across Community Impact division and throughout all Credit Union departments Represent the Credit Union at events on campus and in the community to promote products and services Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive member, team member, and other corporate information Perform other duties and assists other employees as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: High school diploma required Actively pursuing Associate or Bachelor degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Illustration, Digital Media, Fine Arts, or related field of study Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, etc. Displays high level of integrity Seeks continuous learning and improvement through feedback and other means Self-st