Graphic Design Student Intern

Graphic Design Student Intern

This is a paid, hourly internship for University of Texas at Austin undergraduate and graduate students, working up to 19 hours per week for 15 weeks in the fall semester with a possibility of continuing for through the spring (based on funding, business need, and work performance), totaling a maximum of 228 hours per semester. Interns will gain professional experience, complete a project, and present their accomplishments to Center staff.

This internship will focus on graphic design on the Communications and Marketing Team. The graphic design intern will assist with graphic design for digital and on-site marketing efforts. This intern will hone design application skills to create elements in line with the Center's brand guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Center staff to observe and learn about daily operations.
• Alternate between office-based tasks and public-facing activities with staff, volunteers, and guests.
• Complete a designated internship project and present findings and experiences to staff at the end of the program.
• Take direction and feedback constructively and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Perform clerical or administrative tasks, some of which may be completed remotely.
• Work efficiently with minimal direct supervision.
• Engage in moderate physical activities such as bending, lifting, and pushing, often in outdoor environments.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled at the University of Texas at Austin.
• Must be able to commit to approximately 12-19 hours per week for the duration of the 15 week schedule for the Fall semester.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from 4801 La Crosse Ave. Austin, TX 78739.
• Must be able to work in person for a portion of the week.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some experience or coursework related to the communications or marketing field.

Salary Range

$18/hour

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions, including repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather, including extreme temperatures.
• May stand or sit for long periods of time.

Work Shift

• Varies -12-19 hours per week. Schedule will be discussed at the interview and will be set by the supervisor and intern. Flexibility to work around class schedule.
• Requires onsite interaction with Wildflower Center staff.
• Occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required for mission-related events.

Application Schedule and Job Date Information

• Applications for the Fall 2026 Semester should be submitted by August 2, 2026.
• Start date of the position will be the first day of class, August 24, 2026, or later.
• End date will be on December 9, 2026, prior to the start of finals.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information including email addresses; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
• Letter of interest