The Graphic Design Intern position is designed to provide support for the Communications Coordinator as well a well-rounded and practical hands-on educational experience for the student. The internship can be done for university credit (through career services) or for resume experience, and is unpaid.

Responsibilities:
• Complete volunteer application, confidentiality policy, and other paperwork as required by the Alzheimer's Association
• Create flyers, brochures, posters; help with the newsletter, and numerous other graphic design projects.  Work with staff in all departments to meet a variety of graphic       design needs.

Qualifications:
• Student in the field of graphics
• Knowledgeable in Adobe PageMaker, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Reader
• Good people and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and try new things
• Ability to work with a supervisor and share projects
• Professionalism
• Self-starter or self-motivated
• Able to work independently in a busy environment
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of the Chapter’s mission and programs
• Full understanding and compliance with confidentiality policy
• Completion of Volunteer Basic Training within 90 days of start date

Time Commitment: Hours are flexible and negotiable.  Minimum of one semester commitment required.

Application Deadlines:  Please submit resume and cover letter.  A CD of sample projects is recommended but not required.  Students must be prepared to bring their portfolio if selected for an interview.   Resumes may be submitted at any time, but preference is given to materials received before the following dates:
Fall Internship – September 15
Spring Internship – January 15
Summer Internship – May 15

Interested?  Please send resume to or call to following contact:
Jennifer Phillips
Volunteer Coordinator
9374 Olive Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63132
Jennifer.Phillips@alzstl.org