Summer Research Program 2027, Graphic Artist Intern, ISR Systems & Architectures (Group 10-01)

MIT Lincoln Laboratory•Lexington, MA

5d•$25 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Systems and Architectures Group is seeking a summer intern to work on graphics for projects related to the modeling and analysis of ISR and tactical systems. The graphic artist intern works on illustrative and graphic content for technical staff and technical interns in the ISR Systems and Architectures group. This work entails taking scientific and technical work and putting it in a format that is easier to understand when presented; ranging from layout design and typography, to representing data in the form of graphs, to illustrating scenarios that are taking place in different geographical landscapes. The intern will be responsible for following established workflows and managing deadlines. They will learn the Lincoln Laboratory and ISR Systems and Architectures Group’s graphic style, how to effectively manage assets, and work with the group. The intern will have assignments-based training on the job with regular mentorship, as well as opportunities to work and network with other graphic artists at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. The intern will also receive guidance in other important practical skills, such as communication (with scientists, technical researchers, and peers). The intern will work onsite and will work closely with a supervisor from the Group’s graphics team. Office space, a laptop, and relevant design software are provided. No permanent position is available at the conclusion of this internship, although candidates may be considered for available positions with an official application. The successful intern will be a student (undergraduate, graduate certificate, master’s degree of PhD candidate) with a focus in scientific and educational graphics and communication. Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft PowerPoint is required.

Requirements

Must still be a student (undergraduate or graduate) through Fall 2026
Competence in Adobe Illustrator and PowerPoint
Attention to detail
Demonstrated skill in the visual communication of ideas and messages
Ability to collaborate or work independently
A balance of creativity and pragmatism
Portfolio containing 6-12 pieces of work in pdf format
Link to website if applicable
Two references
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance
U.S. citizenship is required

Nice To Haves

Focus in scientific and educational graphics and communication

Responsibilities

Work on graphics for projects related to the modeling and analysis of ISR and tactical systems.
Create illustrative and graphic content for technical staff and technical interns.
Translate scientific and technical work into easily understandable formats for presentations.
Perform tasks ranging from layout design and typography to representing data in graphs and illustrating scenarios.
Follow established workflows and manage deadlines.
Learn the Lincoln Laboratory and ISR Systems and Architectures Group’s graphic style.
Effectively manage assets.
Work with the group.
Receive assignments-based training on the job with regular mentorship.
Network with other graphic artists at MIT Lincoln Laboratory.
Receive guidance in practical skills such as communication with scientists, technical researchers, and peers.

Benefits

Office space provided
Laptop provided
Relevant design software provided
Assignments-based training
Regular mentorship
Opportunities to work and network with other graphic artists
Guidance in communication skills
Housing support is available for eligible non-local interns
Access to discounted university housing in Boston
One-time taxable relocation payment
Complimentary daily shuttle transportation from Boston-based housing to and from the Lab
Hourly pay rates based on academic year or degree completed
Workshops
Tech talks
Networking events