HR Communications Design Co-op Spring 2027

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

MassDOT is seeking a creative Communications Design Co-op to support the HR Internal Communications team. The role focuses on developing engaging internal content and producing print and digital materials that align with MassDOT branding.

The co-op will draft, edit, and proofread materials, design visuals using Adobe Creative Cloud, and manage SharePoint pages while collaborating with multiple departments in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, including creating and formatting pages and managing digital content.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to design materials for both print and digital distribution.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage time and deadlines independently.
• Comfortable receiving feedback, making revisions, and adapting to changing project needs.

Responsibilities

• Content Development and Writing: Draft, edit, and proofread clear, engaging content for internal communications, newsletters, emails, employee announcements, and other agency materials.
• Graphic Design and Creative Production: Design and produce professional communication materials, including booklets, brochures, posters, flyers, presentations, digital graphics, and other print and digital assets.
• SharePoint Content Management: Create, build, update, and maintain SharePoint pages, ensuring content is well-organized, visually appealing, accessible, and easy to navigate.
• Project and Time Management: Manage multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritize deadlines, track progress, and complete projects on time with minimal supervision.
• Internal Communications Support: Collaborate with departments and staff across MassDOT to gather information, develop stories, and create materials that support employee engagement and agency initiatives.
• Quality and Brand Consistency: Ensure all communication materials are accurate, polished, visually consistent, and aligned with MassDOT branding and communication standards.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Word/PowerPoint

SharePoint

MailChimp

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

Job description

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Job Description - HR Communications Design Co-op Spring 2027 (260006JH)

Job Description

HR Communications Design Co-op Spring 2027 - ( 260006JH )

Description

Position Summary

MassDOT is seeking a creative and organized Communications Design Co-op to support the HR Internal Communications team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys storytelling, has a strong eye for design, and can effectively manage multiple projects while producing high-quality written and visual communications.

Reporting to the Manager of Internal Communications, the co-op will assist in developing engaging content and communication materials that support MassDOT employees, agency initiatives, and internal campaigns.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative, manages their time effectively, pays close attention to detail, and is comfortable working independently and collaboratively. They should be confident in their writing and design abilities, willing to learn, and able to take projects from concept through completion.

Duties and Responsibilities

Content Development and Writing: Draft, edit, and proofread clear, engaging content for internal communications, newsletters, emails, employee announcements, and other agency materials.

Graphic Design and Creative Production: Design and produce professional communication materials, including booklets, brochures, posters, flyers, presentations, digital graphics, and other print and digital assets.

SharePoint Content Management: Create, build, update, and maintain SharePoint pages, ensuring content is well-organized, visually appealing, accessible, and easy to navigate.

Project and Time Management: Manage multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritize competing deadlines, track progress, and complete projects on time with minimal supervision.

Internal Communications Support: Collaborate with departments and staff across MassDOT to gather information, develop stories, and create materials that support employee engagement and agency initiatives.

Quality and Brand Consistency: Ensure all communication materials are accurate, polished, visually consistent, and aligned with MassDOT branding and communication standards.

Tools You Will Use

• Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
• Microsoft Word and Powerpoint
• MailChimp
• LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram

Preferred Qualifications

Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and interpersonal communication skills.

Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, including creating and formatting pages and managing digital content.

Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite.

Ability to design materials for both print and digital distribution.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage time and deadlines independently.

Comfortable receiving feedback, making revisions, and adapting to changing project needs.

Creative problem-solving skills and a willingness to take initiative and learn new tools.

Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of teams while maintaining ownership of assigned projects.

The successful candidate will not only bring fresh ideas but also have the organizational skills and follow-through to turn those ideas into finished products. They should be comfortable writing content, building SharePoint pages, developing polished visual materials, and managing their workload in a fast-paced communications environment.

Co-op offers hands-on experience supporting communications across a large public agency while contributing to meaningful projects that inform, connect, and engage the MassDOT workforce.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers .

MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].

For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.

For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call call ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Boston-10 Park Plaza

Job

Human Resources

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Oct 29, 2026, 5:45:25 PM

Number of Openings

2

Salary

20.00 - 25.00 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affinative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Derrick Mann - 8573688541

Bargaining Unit : Non

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes