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Program Assistant
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Job ID 74725
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study
Employer LSA Opportunity Hub
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

LSA OPPORTUNITY HUB SOCIAL MEDIA GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN

 

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Who We Are:

The LSA Opportunity Hub is a transformative career exploration center that helps students connect their liberal arts and sciences education to their aspirations and professional paths. Hub Interns play a crucial role in our office, as they're responsible for daily operations and ambitious projects that drive forward our mission and strategic plan. They exemplify our commitment to closing the opportunity gap through paid internships and support the cultivation of a diverse workforce. The perspectives of Hub Interns are integral to our ability to promote access and equity in career pursuits.

 

SOCIAL MEDIA GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN

Social Media Graphic Design and Video Production (45%)

  • Work with the Student Development and Career Initiatives (SDCI) Comms team to promote the Hub’s programs, services, and events

  • Conceptualize and create graphics for social media using Canva (or InDesign / Illustrator / Photoshop) 

  • Proactively brainstorm/offer ideas for social media projects/opportunities

  • Lead production of, and film and edit, video content for Instagram and other social platforms

  • Collaborate with Communications team professionals on a variety of design requests

 

Email / Newsletter Graphic Creation (20%)

  • Design graphics and treat photos for email-based newsletters using InDesign and Photoshop

 

Navigation Services Delivery (30%)

  • Hospitality: Triage guests at the Navigation Desk and create a welcoming atmosphere for all LSA Building & Hub guests

  • Ambassadorship: Provide information and resources to LSA departments and units, current and prospective students, alums, and employers via assistance with Hub events

  • Data Collection: Deliver service evaluation assessment to students and document guest engagement to inform Hub programming improvements

 

Intern Program Administrative Work (5%)

  • Attend Intern Cohort meetings and professional development sessions during the academic year

  • Complete Work & Development Planning journal

  • Identify and execute individual professional development

  • Support Hub Outreach via staffing at tabling events, creation of social media content, etc

  • Fulfill additional job training on an as-needed basis
Educational Value

 

What You Will Gain: 

As a Hub Intern, you will receive exclusive access to support, resources, and experiences that drive your professional growth forward:

  • A dedicated supervisor who will direct your work, provide tailored feedback, and support your unique career goals

  • An opportunity to build relationships that can provide strong references and letters of recommendation

  • Ownership over tasks and projects designed to help you cultivate nationally recognized career readiness competencies that employers look for in hiring processes

  • Monthly professional development workshops tailored to the goals of the intern cohort

  • Direct access to employers, networking opportunities, alum mentors, etc.

 

 

What You Will Learn:

As the Social Media Graphic Design intern, you’ll have fun growing your graphic design, video production, organizational, and project management skills through a variety of social media and communications-focused projects. You’ll strengthen your portfolio and boost your communication and collaboration skills by working closely with the SDCI Comms team—and benefit from guidance and mentorship from your supervisor.
Job Requirements

 

Who You Are:

Someone who:

  • Will be a current U-M student in the 26-27 academic year

  • Has experience or has demonstrated commitment to serving the diverse interests and backgrounds of LSA students

  • Has an awareness of resources that contribute to LSA student success (advising units, mentorship programming, organizations that facilitate connections to internships, etc)

  • Has experience working or demonstrates a desire to work in collaborative environments, where communication and adaptability are essential to being an active team member

  • Demonstrate a strong desire to learn and grow, even if you don't meet every requirement

 

Requirements for Employment: 

If hired, you will be required to:

  • provide evidence of authorization to work in the United States.

  • complete a mandatory self-guided virtual training during August 2026. 

  • attend a mandatory on-campus training the week of August 24, 2026.

  • attend weekly intern training sessions on Tuesdays from 4-6pm.

  • attend the annual Intern Program Celebration in April 2027.

  • work 12-15 hours per week, mainly during Hub business hours (M-F, 8am-5pm ET)

  • complete the Work & Development Planning Process and conduct regular performance check-ins with your supervisor.

  • complete professional development activities.

  • maintain “Good Academic Standing” according to the university’s most recent record.

 

Role-Specific Required Qualifications

  • Self-starter; takes initiative on projects and works proactively and independently

  • Possess a working knowledge of graphic design principles and new design trends

  • Proficiency with Canva, InDesign, and Photoshop (Bonus: Illustrator / Premiere Pro)

  • A working portfolio that demonstrates your design experience (website link, or upload .zip, or combined PDF within the application)

  • Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and project management skills
Hourly Rate $17.00/hour to $18.00/hour
Hours 12.0 to 15.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date Early August 2026
End Date At the end of Winter 2027 semester with the option to continue into Spring/Summer 2027 and the following academic year
Primary Contact Elizabeth Ann-Louise Hoornstra
Primary Contact's Email lsa-opphub@umich.edu
Supervisor Mike Drake
Work Location Hybrid On-site work located at LSA Building, 500 State St. Ann Arbor, MI
Phone 734 764 4674
Fax N/A