Summer 2026 Graphic Design Intern- Paid

Messiah Lifeways

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Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Upper Allen Township, Pennsylvania

In Person

Smart Summary

The Design Intern supports the Marketing and Communication team with design, branding, and marketing efforts. Responsibilities include creating flyers, ads, newsletters, and graphics, as well as assisting with social media content and event photography.

This internship with Messiah Lifeways is seeking a rising junior or senior enrolled in a bachelor's degree program related to design. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, as well as strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers hands-on experience in graphic design, social media content creation, and marketing campaign development.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organization

Self-Starter

Eagerness to Learn

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Messiah Lifeways - Mechanicsburg, PA 17055Position Type: InternshipSalary Range: $10.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: MarketingWho We Are: Messiah Lifeways is a non-profit organization located in Mechanicsburg, PA, that provides a network of services for adults 55 and better living in South Central PA. Our roots trace back to 1896, when the Brethren in Christ Church founded Messiah Home in Harrisburg, PA, to serve older adults with Christ-like love.   Position Summary: The Design Intern supports the Marketing and Communication team with design, branding, and marketing efforts through the creation of flyers, ads, newsletters, mailers, collaterals, and graphics. The design intern must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s degree program in a related field and in their junior or senior year.   What We’re Looking For:  Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop programs (required) Must be able to commit to interning for a college semester’s length of time, may vary based on the college/university’s requirements (estimated 3 months) Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours a week with a minimum of 3 hours per day in-person Enthusiastic, well organized, and a self-starter Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, personal integrity and the ability to present Messiah Lifeways in a positive, professional, and engaging manner Eagerness to learn   More About What You’ll Be Doing: Report to and directly support the graphic designer on staff Assist with in-house advertising  Execute basic design projects using programs such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop programs Assist with the creation of content for the Messiah Lifeways social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn Assist with taking photos of events, new staff, and annual board of directors photos Participate in brainstorming efforts for new campaign projects Attend Marketing and Communication team meetings during regularly scheduled internship hours Participate in meetings with Messiah Lifeways service lines to identify and execute their marketing needs Gain exposure to event planning, campaign development promotion, photo and video shoots, and working with multiple target audiences   Why You Should Choose to Intern With Us: We work hard to create a One Team culture of care and collaboration and ensure that team members are best equipped to lead happy, healthy, and balanced lives. Messiah Lifeways team members genuinely enjoy what they do, who they serve, and the people they work alongside. Pay- $10.00/hr   *This posting will be up until February 17th *   Qualifications   

Messiah Lifeways

Messiah Lifeways is a non-profit organization located in Mechanicsburg, PA, that provides a network of services for adults 55 and better living in South Central PA. Our roots trace to 1896, when the Brethren in Christ Church founded Messiah Home in Harrisburg, PA to serve older adults with Christ-like love. From the beginning, Messiah Lifeways has been committed to changing the conversation about aging. We want to push the boundaries and resist the stereotypes. We do not fear growing older. Rather, we re-imagine the journey of aging as a time of purpose, zest, and faith-filled living. Today, it is our dream to inspire everyone 55 and better to live life fully. We pour our heart and soul into every interaction, every relationship, so that we can overcome the challenges and enjoy the triumphs along the journey. We invite anyone in the community who is 55 and better to walk with us and explore all the possibilities of Messiah Lifeways; of continuing to seek purpose and zest, and to grow as individuals. Together, we can redefine aging and what it means to grow older. Together, we can live – Life. Embraced. For more information about Messiah Lifeways, please call 717.790.8201 or email us at life@messiahlifeways.org.

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