• Student Design Specialist

    Auburn University (Auburn, AL)


    Position Details

    Position Information

    Requisition Number

     

    Stu04181P

     

    Home Org Name

    Education Administration

    Division Name

     

    College of Education

    Position Title

    Student Design Specialist

     

    Working Title (if different from Position Title)

    Job Summary

    The Office of Communications and Marketing in Auburn’s College of Education is seeking a **Student Design Specialist.** The duration of the internship would be based on the completion of various design projects. The person in the design role would work closely with the Office of Communications and Marketing’s lead designer with oversight by the office’s director of communications and marketing.

     

    + **Design Support:** Assisting with the creation and development of visual content for two key print pieces that amplify the brand of Auburn’s College of Education

    + **File Management:** Organizing and maintaining design files, ensuring that all assets are properly labeled, stored, and easily accessible for the team.

    + **Research:** Conducting research on design trends, stock imagery, and other visual resources that can be used in upcoming projects.

    + **Client Revisions:** Making revisions to designs based on client or team feedback, ensuring that changes are implemented accurately and promptly.

    + **Collaboration:** Working closely with other departments, such as the Office of Development and Office of Communications and Marketing, to understand project requirements and ensure that the final designs align with the overall brand strategy.

    Essential Functions

    + Create, design, and develop two key print pieces for the College of Education’s Office of Communications and Marketing.

    + Work collaboratively with the Office of Communications and Marketing’s lead designer to ensure already produced content is reflected properly in designs for a print version of the Keystone Magazine and a booklet featuring new building donors.

    + Create engaging designs that best reflect the college’s brand story.

     

    Why Work at Auburn?

     

    + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

    + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

    + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

    + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

    + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

     

    Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Ability to work in team environment.

    + Meet deadlines

    + Currently enrolled as a student at Auburn University

    + Have attended Auburn University for at least one year and are in good academic standing

    + Be able to pass a background check

    + Have valid driver’s license

    + Able to work 10-20 hours per week, M-F between 7:45 a.m.-4:45 p.m. summer semester. (Hours will be built around applicant’s class schedule)

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Strong experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)

    + Past experience designing a print magazine

     

    Pay Rate

     

    $10.00-$15.00/hour based on experience

     

    Work Hours

     

    up to 20

    City position is located in:

    Auburn

    State position is located:

    AL

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Posting Date

     

    10/29/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

     

    It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Quick Link for Internal Postings

     

    https://www.auemployment.com/postings/51825

     

    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    1. Resume

    2. Cover Letter

    Optional Documents

    1. Letter of Recommendation

    2. Other Documentation