I for one believe that if you give people a thorough understanding of what confronts them and the basic causes that produce it, they'll create their own program, and when the people create a program, you get action.

——Malcolm X

Graphic Design Internship


Responsibilities:

Graphic Design:

  • Design of brochures, flyers, business cards, and other print materials
  • Work directly with recruitment and website design teams to develop consistent image
  • Work directly with board and committees as needs arise for specific materials


Administration:

  • Maintain accurate files


Experience and Skills Needed:

  • Professional Experience Requirements: Interest or experience in graphic design and community organizing

  • Demonstrated Skills/Abilities Requirements: Interest or abilities in as many of the following areas as possible are highly desirable and will help equip you for the position: graphic design (Adobe Creative Suites: InDesign/ Illustrator/Photoshop, and Microsoft Office) editing and writing.

  • Communication and Other Skills Requirements: Proven skill in communicating verbally and in writing, strong people skills including an ability to work with diverse groups, and competency with personal computers are all required. Necessary computer skills include proficiency with word-processing and graphic design software. A sense of humor and ability to work in a sometimes busy office are both essential.

    • Contact Grassroots Leadership College:
    1321 E. Mifflin St., Suite 203, Madison, WI 53703 | Phone: (608) 441-0085
    E-mail: amy@grassrootsleadershipcollege.org