Creative Services Intern, Office of Communications

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supreme Court of Ohio’s Office of Communications is seeking an intern for its Creative Services Section. The intern supports website management, graphic design, and efforts to streamline operations. The internship is part-time, limited to 270 hours, and is expected to begin after January 1, 2027, and end before May 1, 2027. Most work hours must be scheduled onsite in Columbus on weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with flexible scheduling within that window. The posting describes the internship as unpaid and not eligible for benefits. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

The intern assists with website content updates using the organization’s content management system; supports user-interface and user-experience improvements; helps remediate digital forms and make web and digital content accessible; contributes to graphic-design projects for web, social media, and other digital communications; and helps develop standard operating procedures. The intern also collaborates with colleagues to maintain consistent and accurate messaging across communication channels and performs other assigned duties.

Applicants must be current undergraduate or graduate students in good academic standing. The position seeks attention to detail, web design and development skills, foundational design ability, content-creation skills, professionalism, independence and teamwork, strong written and verbal communication, and problem-solving ability. The role is based in an office environment and uses standard office equipment, including computers and phones. The intern may need to move around the office and building, communicate and exchange information, and conduct research and writing. The role may involve exposure to sensitive information, which must be kept confidential.

Requirements

• Be a current undergraduate or graduate student in good academic standing.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, efficiency, and organization, with the ability to produce accurate work.
• Have demonstrated web-design skills and proficiency in web development, including knowledge of programming languages used for website development.
• Be able to apply basic design principles to produce clear, visually coherent work and use established guidelines and tools to create simple layouts and solve routine design problems.
• Be proficient in developing compelling public messaging.
• Perform work professionally and demonstrate patience, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Be able to troubleshoot, think critically, and solve issues independently.
• Be able to schedule most onsite hours in Columbus on weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• Submit a completed application with a resume and cover letter by November 12, 2026.
• Undergo a criminal background check if selected.
• Do not simultaneously hold or participate in another legal-related internship, externship, clerkship, or employment during the internship without prior written approval.

Nice To Haves

• Study in front-end web design, UI/UX design, multimedia or graphic design, communications, or a related field.
• An internship program that offers academic credit; the Court may try to tailor the internship’s length and hours to the student’s program.

Responsibilities

• Assist the web team with website content updates using the content management system (CMS).
• Support improvements to the website’s user experience and usability.
• Assist with updating and remediating digital forms and making web and digital content accessible, including ADA-compliant improvements.
• Support graphic-design projects, including content for websites, social media, and other digital communication materials.
• Assist in developing standard operating procedures to streamline operations and provide guidance for future interns and team members.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent and accurate messaging across communication channels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow Court policies, guidelines, practices, and procedures; maintain confidentiality; communicate regularly with supervisors about work-related issues; and maintain reliable, punctual attendance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed