What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2026 Graphic Design Intern position at Messiah Lifeways?
Summer 2026 Graphic Design Intern- Paid
$10.00 Hourly
Who 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 Communications 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.
15 hours a week / Fully in-person / Flexible weekday schedule to be determined between intern and intern supervisor
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)
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
Other tasks on an as-needed basis, as assigned by the graphic designer hould 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. This is will be Posted till February 17th 2026
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