Design Intern

Learn, grow, and develop while helping the University of Nebraska change lives and save lives. Do you want a meaningful educational experience where you can make an impact by being heard, expanding your knowledge, and having your perspective valued? Are you excited by the chance to work in a supportive environment that encourages you to maximize strengths while also learning new skills? Do you want to join a mission-driven organization that is helping to change and save lives through the incredible opportunity of education? If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting and meaningful opportunity! At the University of Nebraska Foundation, we grow relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. We believe that our strong commitment to inclusion and respect is essential to accomplishing this mission through our values of teamwork, integrity, and passion for mission. We invite, explore, and celebrate differences to increase productivity, spark innovation and most importantly, accomplish our mission. You will join the foundation at an exciting time, with the opportunity to make a transformational impact. The foundation is in the public phase of a historic campaign to raise $3 billion to build a better future for Nebraska. The campaign is being led by many enthusiastic volunteers representing all areas of the University of Nebraska System. This paid position offers a flexible schedule of 10-15 hours per week, professional experience and learning opportunities. Ways you will make an impact: Create and update print and digital marketing materials, including brochures, publications, mailings, social media graphics, and other branding materials. Support the marketing and communications team by editing and refining projects while ensuring materials align with identity and brand standards. Collaborate with designers, assisting with projects as needed. Who we want: Creative individuals who can bring new and out-of-box ideas to the table. Self-motivated and flexible individuals who can function independently, as well as part of a team and with minimal supervision. Dependable professionals who are inspired by what they can achieve. Positive individuals who have a healthy appreciation and excitement for the opportunity to learn. Collaborative team players who have the interpersonal skills to work with a wide variety of people. Adaptable individuals who can effectively adjust to changing priorities. What you need: Current student status as an undergraduate or graduate in the University of Nebraska with a focus on graphic design or marketing. Demonstrated experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Adobe After Effects or Adobe Premiere Pro experience is a plus. Organization skills, accuracy, attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Discretion in handling confidential matters. Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork. What we offer: This position will work in our Lincoln or Omaha office. Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives. Professional work environment with collaborative opportunities. Paid year-round internship opportunities. An award-winning wellness program. A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture. Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth. Opportunity to gain and develop transferable skills. Who we are: Recognition by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America's Favorite Charities. Founded in 1936, the University of Nebraska Foundation provides support for the campuses in the university system - the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine. Among public universities, the University of Nebraska ranks in the top 25 nationally for both funds raised and endowed assets under management. An organization with a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, which, along with our alumni and athletic partners, raises more than $7 for every $1 spent. Winner of Gallup's Don Clifton Strengths-Based Culture Award. Winner of the Governor's Harvester Wellness Award, the highest honor for corporate wellness. The University of Nebraska Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a work environment free from discrimination and harassment where all employees feel respected and valued. We will consider all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. University of Nebraska Foundation