Design Intern
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is looking for ambitious Design Intern to join our award-winning creative team and work firsthand to develop dynamic and creative solutions for various projects and forms. This role will be a great entry into supporting the creative team and the organization’s mission and values.
Primary Job Functions:
- Collaborate with and support the creative team in the execution of internal and external campaigns;
- Design a variety of assets for internal organizational projects, social and printed materials; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education and Related Work Experience:
- Knowledge in Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator);
- After Effects and Premiere a plus;
- Knowledge in Figma a plus; and
- Currently enrolled in a 4-year Graphic Design or Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree and will not graduate prior to Summer 2024.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- A strong visual sensibility;
- Strong design and typography skills;
- Commitment and passion for social justice issues;
- Commitment to the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; and
- Commitment to fostering an anti-racist work culture and to anti-racist principles and learning.
Additional Information:
Students are supervised by our Montgomery, AL staff. Interns are compensated by the Center. The Center pays a base of $644 weekly ($16.10 per hour x 40 hours per week), with opportunities for additional compensation through supervisory approved overtime.
This internship is expected to begin June 5, 2023, and a minimum commitment of eight weeks is expected.
To Apply:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, an unofficial transcript and portfolio. Applications must be received by Friday, March 3, 2023, at 5:00 pm CST.
Other Special Considerations:
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally of race, gender, gender identity, color, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation, national origin, or prior record of arrest or conviction.