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College Intern - Visual Communications
State of Ohio - Public Safety —Columbus, OH
- $16.93 - $20.59 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Marketing
- Office
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
Integrated Communications and Engagement Intern
AARP —Columbus, OH
- $18 - $28 an hour
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Office
- Internship
College Intern - Safety Services (Education & Training) - PN: 20078320
State of Ohio - Workers' Compensation —Columbus, OH
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
A&F Co. Design Sophomore Summit - Summer 2026
Abercrombie and Fitch Co. —Columbus, OH
- Remote
- Internship
- Leadership
- Entry level
- Paid time off
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Victory Lap Social Media & Events Fall Intern - Sports & Hospitality
LV Collective —Columbus, OH
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Marketing
- English
- Research
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Physical Therapist
Quad/Graphics —Pataskala, OH
- $50 - $55 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- BLS Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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College Intern - Visual Communications
State of Ohio - Public Safety —Columbus, OH
Update existing design templates with new content or branding or leadership elements. Works on team projects, as well as independent projects.
$16.93 - $20.59 an hour
Interior Design Intern - Fall 2026
Crimson Design Group —Columbus, OH
Must be able to drive to run errands (active driver's license and transportation). Answer phones, greet studio guests. Organize design tools and accessories.
$15 an hour
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College Intern - Visual Communications
State of Ohio - Public Safety —Columbus, OH
Update existing design templates with new content or branding or leadership elements. Works on team projects, as well as independent projects.
$16.93 - $20.59 an hour
Integrated Communications and Engagement Intern
AARP —Columbus, OH
The intern will help bring AARP Ohio’s work to life through compelling digital content and on-the-ground event support, contributing to integrated campaigns…
$18 - $28 an hour

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College Intern - Visual Communications

State of Ohio - Public Safety -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Part-time
$16.93 - $20.59 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
Paid holidays
Health insurance
On-site gym
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

Marketing design
Some college
Digital resource management
Posters
Color correction editing
Marketing
Digital asset management
Branding consistency
Brochures
Laminating
Photo editing
Graphic design software
Smartsheet
Visual communication design
Graphic Design
Digital asset management systems
Communications
Print publication design projects
Artistic color correction
Editing
Entry level
Progress tracking (project management tasks)
Layout design

Full Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Visual Communications
Report In Location – 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
Work Day and Hours – Work Days and Hours will vary between Monday – Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM depending on student’s schedule

This is an ongoing internship located in Columbus, OH. The selected candidate will ideally be able to work throughout the school year and summer, for an average of 20 hours per week or less (with flexibility during the school semesters given class schedule and course load).

The pay rate for a college intern is based upon the students' academic status:

Undergraduate student rate of pay - $16.93 per hour
Graduate student rate of pay - $20.59 per hour

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

Free Parking!
Free onsite Gym!
Onsite Cafeteria!

What You'll Do as a College Intern:

Electronically designs brochures, manuals, posters, flyers use Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, forms and publications based on rough drafts.
Create custom layouts for wall artwork requests based on wall size specifications.
Edit final material for accuracy and make revisions as necessary.
Document project progress using Smartsheet.
Assist with framing, printing, and laminating of small in-house requests.
Assist in preparing production-ready files, including packaging InDesign files and exporting assets in proper formats (PDF, PNG, EPS).
Help organize and maintain the department’s digital asset library (logos, photos, templates) to ensure consistent usage across projects.
Preform basic photo retouching and color correction for print and digital materials.
Update existing design templates with new content or branding or leadership elements.
Works on team projects, as well as independent projects.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period.
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

The Major/Field of Study should be in:

Visual Communications
Graphic Design
Communications
Electronic Design
Commercial Art
Marketing

To be eligible for an internship opportunity at the Ohio Department of Public Safety, an applicant must:

Be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university.
Be in good standing with the college/university.
Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
Be enrolled in at least one course.
Be pursuing a degree or finishing a degree.

Helpful Tips for Applying:
1. Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".
2. Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.
3. Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A.

Job Skills: Internship

Supplemental Information

The pay rate for a college intern is based upon the students' academic status:

Undergraduate student rate of pay - $16.93 per hour
Graduate student rate of pay - $20.59 per hour

Background Check Information
A BCI fingerprint check and background check may be required on all selected applicants.

To request a disability accommodation, please email [email protected] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

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