Graphic Design & Technical Communications Co-Op

STR•Woburn, MA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

STR is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Graphic Design & Technical Communications Co-Op to support visual communications for engineering and technical projects. The role focuses on creating and refining Microsoft PowerPoint presentations that help engineers and researchers communicate complex concepts clearly. The co-op will work with technical subject matter experts to understand their work and turn complex information into accessible, engaging graphics and presentations. Additional work includes supporting corporate branding, maintaining visual consistency, and developing graphics for internal communications and signage. This is an in-person position at STR’s Woburn, Massachusetts office, with an ideal start date in January 2027. The successful candidate will be a visual problem-solver who is curious about how things work and eager to learn from engineers and scientists. They should be comfortable designing polished technical presentations and systems diagrams as well as applying consistent branding to corporate materials. The role emphasizes making complex ideas easier to understand without sacrificing technical accuracy. STR is a technology company specializing in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security, including cyber, sensors, radar, sonar, communications, electronic warfare, and artificial intelligence. The company describes its culture as collaborative and supportive of learning and recognizes team members’ contributions. Positions require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy export-control and other applicable legal requirements.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
Must be a U.S. citizen due to the nature of STR's work and applicable regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, including slide layouts, visual composition, charts, shapes, and presentation formatting.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and document formatting.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Strong visual communication skills, including typography, layout, information hierarchy, and composition.
Demonstrated ability to organize complex information and communicate visually.
Intellectual curiosity and willingness to engage with unfamiliar engineering, scientific, or technical subject matter.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to collaborate with people who may not have a design background.
Attention to detail and ability to apply brand standards consistently.
A portfolio demonstrating graphic design, presentation design, information visualization, or related work.
Ability to obtain required national security clearances and satisfy export-control and other applicable legal requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing or modifying PowerPoint templates, Slide Masters, custom layouts, and themes.
Experience creating or maintaining Microsoft Word templates, including styles, themes, headers, footers, and document formatting standards.
Experience designing presentations for professional, academic, or research audiences.
Understanding of corporate brand identity systems and visual style guidelines.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and refine PowerPoint presentations for technical, engineering, research, and business audiences.
Collaborate with engineers and researchers to understand complex concepts and translate them into clear visual representations.
Create diagrams, illustrations, infographics, and other visual elements that communicate technical information accurately and intuitively.
Transform dense text, data, and conceptual descriptions into well-organized, visually compelling slides.
Improve existing presentations for clarity, readability, visual consistency, and effectiveness.
Ensure presentation materials follow STR’s visual identity and brand standards.
Develop graphics and visual assets for internal communications, signage, and corporate branding initiatives.
Support the creation and maintenance of branded templates and reusable design assets.
Apply consistent typography, color palettes, layouts, and visual styles across materials.
Assist in updating presentation and document templates in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word.
Prepare graphics and design files for digital and print applications.
Work with engineers, scientists, and technical staff to understand the purpose, context, and key messages of their work.
Present design ideas, incorporate feedback, and iteratively refine visual materials.
Balance technical accuracy with visual clarity.
Manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines in a collaborative environment.