Student Assistant - Signage/Wayfinding/Environmental Branding (SP 2027)

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Student Assistant in Space Planning Services to support signage, environmental branding, and space planning initiatives across the Wexner Medical Center.

You will assist facility planners, graphic designers, and project teams with analysis, documentation, and coordination, contributing to projects serving clinical, research, and academic environments. On-site work with a collaborative team and hands-on opportunities to develop software skills is offered.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Interior Design, Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Completion of at least two semesters of coursework related to the chosen field of study.

Responsibilities

• Project and Design Support: Assist with investigation and analysis of space planning, signage, and environmental graphic design requests.
• Support concept development for signage and environmental graphics projects.
• Assist with signage installation oversight and coordination.
• Documentation and Software Utilization: Document project work using design and planning software at beginner through advanced levels, including Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and Revit, SignAgent.
• Administrative support through preparation of reports, presentations, and documentation using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams, Adobe Acrobat.
• On-Site and Field Support: Conduct on-site surveys and assessments within Medical Center buildings and sites.

Skills

Space planning

Signage design

Project coordination

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Interior Design, Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design, or a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SignAgent

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Student Assistant - Signage/Wayfinding/Environmental Branding (SP 2027)

Health System Shared Services | Space Planning-JM

Position Summary

The Space Planning Services Student Assistant provides administrative, technical, and project-based support to the Wexner Medical Center’s Space Planning Services Department. This role assists facility planners, interior design planners, senior planners, and project teams with the analysis, documentation, and coordination of space planning, signage, and environmental graphic design initiatives across the Medical Center. The position supports the Environmental Branding Team, Signage & Wayfinding Team, and interdisciplinary project teams, contributing to projects serving clinical, research, and academic environments. Work primarily supports the population of building and departmental staff and administrators, while also enhancing experiences for patients and visitors.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Project and Design Support Assist with the investigation and analysis of space planning, signage, and environmental graphic design requests
• Support concept development for signage and environmental graphics projects
• Assist with signage installation oversight and coordination
• Documentation and Software Utilization Document project work using design and planning software at beginner through advanced levels, which may include: Adobe Creative Suite AutoCAD and Revit SignAgent
• Provide administrative support through preparation of reports, presentations, and documentation using: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams Adobe Acrobat
• On-Site and Field Support Conduct on-site surveys and assessments within Medical Center buildings and sites
• Document and inventory spaces, signage, and environmental graphics using software, photography, and measuring tools
• Assist with material and finish selection
• Coordinate with signage and branding installers and vendors as needed to support project execution

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Interior Design, Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design, or a related field
• Completion of at least two semesters of coursework related to the chosen field of study

Additional Information

Location: Ackerman Rd, 660 (0242)

Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 20

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you. Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.

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