Design Internship - Parsons

Be Part of a Global Firm Committed to a Sustainable World

Graphic Design Intern - Chicago

Parsons is one of the world’s largest transportation planning, engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of diverse transportation projects, including rail and transit, road and highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons’ expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering operations from the initial planning stage through final design, construction, and commissioning. Parsons has the people and power to move the world.

The Need

Design and create various types of deliverables in a collaborative, engaged, and team-oriented environment. Act as a creative resource, working with lead and senior designers to identify internal client design needs and provide them with creative and dynamic solutions. Collaborate with writers, editors, proposal development, marketing, and virtual design/3D staff. The graphic design summer intern position is based in Chicago, Illinois, within the Core Creative Services Group.

Responsibilities

Individual should be self-motivated and able to follow-through on assignments under the direction and guidance of staff manager, lead, or senior designers. Plan, analyze, and create visual solutions.

Develop graphics for small and large format print and digital media. Design innovative identities for packaging proposals and presentations in print and digital format. Prepare final layout for print and assist with the production process internally or with vendors. Understand brand and the importance of brand standards and be able to apply established standards and formats when necessary. Work well independently and in a team setting. Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Requirements

·         A graphic design major in their junior or senior year of college is preferred.

·         Candidate’s portfolio must demonstrate a good eye for typography, color, composition, and creativity.

·         Demonstrated working knowledge using Adobe Creative Cloud (including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat); or version 6 at the minimum, along with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). A good understanding of print production processes

·         Ability to translate business information into compelling visuals, e.g., infographics, icons, charts, and graphs. Create maps and work with architectural and engineering drawings and information a plus.

·         Additionally, the ability to create and edit web graphics, along with skills in HTML, CSS, Flash, Dreamweaver, and Web design are highly desirable; HTML5 experience is a plus.

·         Strong interpersonal skills; can express and present ideas, listen well, and work in a team environment.

·         Solid writing/proofing skills.

·         Good problem-solving and organizational skills.

Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding, and fun work experience. Join us and become part of an enthusiastic, responsible team that comprises talented professionals who use their energy, innovation, and dedication to deliver vital infrastructure and services to our clients and communities. We provide competitive compensation packages, attractive benefits, and great careers. Parsons is an equal-opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBT

Founded in 1944, Parsons is a globally respected engineering, construction, technical, and management services firm with $3 billion in annual revenues. Our staff comprises a wide variety of disciplines specializing in innovative, alternative delivery methods for transportation, water, environmental, oil and gas, industrial, and government markets, such as cybersecurity. Currently, more than 15,000 Parsons’ employees are engaged in more than 3,000 projects in 50 states and 28 countries. Collectively, we speak more than 80 languages and hold more than 10,800 college degrees and professional registrations. Our employees stand behind Parsons’ core values of integrity, safety, quality, innovation, sustainability, and diversity. We are confident that Parsons’ core values, business model, and team focus create positive career paths for our employees. We are proud of Parsons’ legacy and are highly engaged in achieving future growth and maintaining the strong financial stability of our corporation. Parsons will continue to go anywhere in the world, conquer every technical and logistical challenge, and persevere until the job is done. Parsons. Delivering a Better World.

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