Student Assistant - Signage/Wayfinding/Environmental Branding

The Ohio State University

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Space Planning Services Student Assistant provides administrative, technical, and project-based support to the Wexner Medical Center’s Space Planning Services Department. This role assists facility planners, interior design planners, senior planners, and project teams with the analysis, documentation, and coordination of space planning, signage, and environmental graphic design initiatives across the Medical Center. The position supports the Environmental Branding Team, Signage & Wayfinding Team, and interdisciplinary project teams, contributing to projects serving clinical, research, and academic environments. Work primarily supports the population of building and departmental staff and administrators, while also enhancing experiences for patients and visitors.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Interior Design, Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design, or a related field
• Completion of at least two semesters of coursework related to the chosen field of study

Responsibilities

• Assist with the investigation and analysis of space planning, signage, and environmental graphic design requests
• Support concept development for signage and environmental graphics projects
• Assist with signage installation oversight and coordination
• Document project work using design and planning software at beginner through advanced levels, which may include: Adobe Creative Suite AutoCAD and Revit SignAgent
• Provide administrative support through preparation of reports, presentations, and documentation using: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams Adobe Acrobat
• Conduct on-site surveys and assessments within Medical Center buildings and sites
• Document and inventory spaces, signage, and environmental graphics using software, photography, and measuring tools
• Assist with material and finish selection
• Coordinate with signage and branding installers and vendors as needed to support project execution

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees