Individual Placement - Graphic Design and Branding Participant

Student Conservation Association, Inc is seeking a Graphic Design and Branding Intern to support the Communications & Creative Services team. In this hybrid role based in San Francisco, you will help create, produce, and organize branded communications materials for print and digital channels during an organization-wide brand implementation. The position includes one in-office day per week on Tuesdays.

Role context

You will assist with implementing the Parks Conservancy new brand across organizational materials, while contributing to the systems and resources that keep design work consistent and ready for production. This internship runs from January 26, 2027 to July 9, 2027, with 32 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce print and digital communications materials.
• Create graphics for presentations, social media, email, signage, events, and marketing campaigns.
• Support implementation of the Parks Conservancy’s new brand across organizational materials.
• Assist with building and maintaining templates, design resources, and brand assets.
• Prepare production files and help conduct quality assurance reviews.
• Organize and manage digital assets, photo libraries, and shared design files.
• Support project tracking, scheduling, and coordination of design reviews and feedback.
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions and team meetings.
• Conduct research on design trends, accessibility, and audience engagement best practices.
• Assist with administrative and project management tasks that support the creative team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong visual design skills, including typography, layout, and visual communication.
• Ability to develop creative solutions aligned with communication goals.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to receive and incorporate feedback.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and presentation software.
• Interest in branding, communications, nonprofit work, or mission-driven organizations.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience is required.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree, certificate, or training program in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong design fundamentals and creative thinking.

Tools & technologies

• Adobe Creative Cloud
• InDesign
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• Microsoft Office

Schedule, location, and work setup

• Location: San Francisco, CA (hybrid)
• In-office day: Tuesdays (one in-office day per week)
• Driving: not required
• Living accommodations: N/A

Compensation & eligibility

• Salary: USD 640 per weekly
• Living allowance: $640/week paid bi-weekly
• AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Work environment

• The position is primarily in an urban setting with emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception available within 30 minutes.
• Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent.
• Work may also occur in areas where emergency services are accessible, but arrival may be delayed by 1-2 hours; public transportation may be limited and cell phone reception may be limited, spotty, or not available.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience gained through coursework, freelance projects, volunteer work, internships, student organizations, or personal projects is welcomed.