Graphic Designer Internship

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We are seeking a motivated and inspirational graphic designer to support the strategic communications and education & programs divisions. The ideal candidate will have experience with graphic design and communications. This internship is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students or graduate students looking to gain practical experience in graphic design while contributing to a long-lasting legacy in ND State Parks.

Apply by November 11, 2025 at bit.ly/NDParksJobs.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary: $17.00/hr
No benefits will be offered for this internship.

What You'll Gain:

Extensive experience in graphic design using branding standards
Exposure to brand marketing and social media campaigns
Mentorship from experienced communications, graphic design, and educational professionals
Experience in website content management and digital ADA implementation
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, long-lasting digital and print products
Experience in pre-press, vendor relations and production requirements

Duties and Tasks

Key Responsibilities:

The Graphic Design Intern will be responsible for assisting with a range of print and digital design projects including but not limited to print media, social media and web graphics, educational signs, and overall webpage design for ND Parks and Recreation.
As the Graphic Design Intern, you will play an active role in producing generational lasting media products throughout the state of ND.
Assist with the creative process and design of a variety of marketing elements for all divisions including but not limited to rental equipment, special events, workshops, and educational initiatives.
Follow and adhere to brand standards and design deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multi-task and handle responsibility.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Must be enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical program in the United States for the duration of the internship.
Must be at least sophomore standing by the beginning of the internship (or have completed the first year of a vocational/technical program).
Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Internship duties must align with the student's academic major or career goals.
Must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the internship.
If selected for an interview, candidates will be required to provide a minimum of five samples of graphic design work.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

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Application Procedures

Your application must include:

Resume
Cover letter
College transcripts
Three professional references

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST).

Need assistance with your application? Contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701-328-3290 for all technical issues.

For reasonable accommodations or questions about recruitment/selection, contact La Tonya Stocks, PHR at lastocks@nd.gov or 701-328-5357.

TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

Please note:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. North Dakota

Parks and Recreation does not provide sponsorship of any kind.

Sponsorship:

The State of North Dakota does not provide Sponsorship for internships

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.

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