Iowa DOT’s Outreach & Development Bureau is looking for a graphic design intern to work alongside a team of full-time graphic and web designers, copywriters, and social media specialists. In this position, you will be responsible for representing the Iowa DOT brand to the public and work to promote a positive reputation for the agency by designing digital and print communications pieces. You will have the ability to work on high-impact projects that are seen state-wide and work to make lives better through transportation.

Applicants should have experience with graphic design for print and online applications and must have knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. The ability to communicate verbally and in writing is a must. The ideal candidate will be able to take large amounts of technical content and find creative and interesting ways to make the content more easily understandable by the general public, break up large amounts of text and represent concepts in a visual manner. Experience with video, photography, copy writing, and/or social media platforms is a plus.

This position is located in Ames in the Outreach & Development Bureau and will work with the full-time graphic design staff as part of the communications team. To qualify, students must be currently enrolled; majoring in a program related to the position.

Duration: Student will work full-time (up to 40 hours/week) during the summer semester. Part-time during fall and spring semesters (up to 20-hours per week) options are available.

Currently enrolled student in a degree program at an accredited educational institution.