College Intern - Graphic Designer for Employee Programs in Orange, CA

Job title: College Intern - Graphic Designer for Employee Programs in Orange, CA at Orange County Transportation Authority Company: Orange County Transportation Authority Job description: Overview:OCTA's College Intern Program is a year-round paid student/intern program. You will gain real world work experience on meaningful projects under the guidance of a transportation professional. You will have the opportunity to use problem solving, organizing, communication and decision-making skills as you gain valuable work experience. You will also work with a mentor and benefit from career counseling.As a College Intern, you will be exposed to OCTA's career opportunities in the transportation industry. You will gain deeper awareness of transportation's many facets through your OCTA orientation, projects and teams, and internal networking.Under direct supervision, you will perform a variety of professional entry-level duties related to your major field of study and the sponsoring department's current business operations.The pay range is from $19.00 - $22.00 per hour depending on your education level. This position is not eligible for employee benefits. The work schedule will consist of approximately 20 hours a week, not to exceed 1,000 hours within a continuous 12 month period.Eligibility list may be established up to 6 months from the posting date.The application deadline for this position is Friday, May 23, 2025. Responsibilities:This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.

• Develop communications and edit designed flyers, brochures, posters and digital signage.
• Promote and participate in employee events, activities, and fundraising initiatives.
• Send out and/or publish internal communications via flyers, email, intranet, and digital signage.
• Organize communication timelines for the production and distribution of marketing materials.

Qualifications:

• Currently a full-time college student enrolled in a two-year or four-year college program and following a course of study leading to a Bachelor's or Master's degree, with emphasis in Graphic Design, Communications or Marketing.
• Must be a full-time student maintaining a 2.5 GPA.
• Intern must conduct themselves in a professional manner.

Knowledge of:

• High level of proficiency in computer skills including Adobe Suite products: Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, and PhotoShop.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Ability to:

• Display exceptional communication skills, including writing and proofreading.
• Design flyers, digital signage and other communication pieces.
• Provide excellent customer service to our internal clients.
• Be independent and self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.

Working Conditions/ Physical Activities:(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).Positions in this class typically require:

• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Requires ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Positions in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.

Disclaimer:The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.OCTA is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Expected salary: $19 - 22 per hour Location: Orange, CA Job date: Mon, 05 May 2025 04:53:30 GMT Apply for the job now! Apply for this job