Graphic Design Internship

HII's Mission Technologies division•Mclean, VA

About The Position

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly motivated graphic design intern to support a dynamic communications team across a variety of media channels. Reporting to the senior manager of the Creative and Digital practice, s/he will primarily help shape the HII Mission Technologies visual image with creative solutions and visually compelling design across web and multimedia channels including social media and print/outdoor – to reinforce the HII brand. As required, s/he will support internal communications for a diverse and global audience of approximately 7,000 employees as well as the division’s stakeholder engagement function with graphics for trade shows, conferences and other strategic events.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent + Must be working towards a bachelor’s degree with 60% of the required credits completed.
Preference for Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Visual Media, or related curriculum.
Must have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or higher while participating in this internship.

Nice To Haves

Excellent writing, communication and listening skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Must be diligent, hardworking and a fast learner.
Desires to gain professional experience and is eager to learn.
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft 365

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Mission Technologies Communications team to create and implement strategic campaigns across various communication channels internally and externally.
Design and develop a range of products including brochures, advertisements, presentations, templates, graphics, photography/videography, and other media.
Research and/or develop a digital asset management tool for use by the communications team for more efficiency
Assist with developing and maintaining digital platforms including website and intranet.
Support strategic efforts to increase talent acquisition through various media channels.
Apply design techniques best suited to produce desired visual messaging aligned with HII corporate standards.
Generate, convert and/or modify complex images to communicate desired message to target audience/s.
Assist with compiling platform analytics and campaign metrics as needed.
Ensure projects are completed with high quality and on schedule.
Assist with executive-level PowerPoint presentations.
Assist stakeholder engagement manager with graphics, planning and logistics at key trade shows and events.
Assist internal communications senior manager with graphic design.