Graphic Design Intern — Flexible Hours, Marketing & Brand Assets

Ferris State University College of Business; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferris State University College of Business seeks a KCAD Graphic Design Assistant (Student Position) to assist the Dean’s Office in creating and maintaining graphic assets for recruitment and social media. This internship offers up to 10 hours per week with flexible scheduling to fit student course loads.

Design duties include print and digital materials, social graphics, templates, and signage while ensuring brand alignment with KCAD and Ferris State.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Familiarity with Canva and Microsoft Office.
• Basic knowledge of typography, layout, color theory, and branding principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a collaborative team.
• Photography or videography experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design print and digital marketing materials, including flyers, posters, brochures, postcards, and banners.
• Create graphics for social media campaigns, websites, email communications, and digital signage.
• Assist in developing visual assets for student recruitment and admissions initiatives.
• Create branded templates for internal college communications and presentations.
• Prepare production-ready files for print and digital distribution.
• Design promotional materials for exhibitions, lectures, orientations, portfolio reviews, open houses, and other college events.
• Assist with environmental graphics and signage for campus events.
• Ensure all creative materials align with KCAD and Ferris State University brand standards.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for marketing campaigns and event promotions.
• Research current design trends and recommend creative ideas to enhance marketing efforts.
• Help develop visual concepts that showcase student success, academic programs, and campus life.

Skills

Graphic design

Typography

Branding principles

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Canva

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ferris State University College of Business seeks a KCAD Graphic Design Assistant (Student Position) to assist the Dean’s Office in creating and maintaining graphic assets for recruitment and social media. This internship offers up to 10 hours per week with flexible scheduling to fit student course loads.

Design duties include print and digital materials, social graphics, templates, and signage while ensuring brand alignment with KCAD and Ferris State.