Graphic Design & Technical Communications Co-Op
About The Position
STR is seeking a creative, detail-oriented student to support visual communications for complex engineering and technical projects. The position focuses on designing and refining Microsoft PowerPoint presentations that help engineers and researchers communicate sophisticated concepts clearly and effectively. The co-op will work with technical subject matter experts to understand their work and translate complex information into accurate, accessible, visually engaging graphics and presentations. The role also supports corporate branding, visual consistency across presentation materials, internal communications, signage, branded templates, and reusable design assets. The position is in person at STR's Woburn, Massachusetts office, with an ideal start date in January 2027. This opportunity provides hands-on experience communicating advanced engineering and scientific concepts through visual design, collaborating with technical professionals, developing materials for professional audiences, and working with corporate branding and document templates. STR is a technology company focused on advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security. Candidates must be U.S. citizens due to the nature of STR's work and applicable regulations. Positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and meet applicable export-control 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.
- Ability to organize complex information and communicate it 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.
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 professional PowerPoint presentations for technical, engineering, research, and business audiences.
- Collaborate with engineers and researchers to understand technical 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 organized, visually compelling slides.
- Improve existing presentations for clarity, readability, 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 and refining 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 without oversimplifying information.
- Manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines in a collaborative environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
