Student Graphic Designer

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 10 Apr 2026

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Student Graphic Designer
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location Corvallis
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Graphic Designer for the Student Health Services at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Division of Student Affairs enhances learning and strengthens the educational experience of Oregon State University students. This graphic designer role will support Student Health & Wellbeing, a unit within the division that provides leadership for health and wellness on campus and contributes to student success through the provision of medical care, prevention, advocacy, and wellness programs and services. Working with the marketing and communication staff, as well as employees in the Health Center, the Center for Advocacy, Prevention & Education (CAPE), Health Promotion office and Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), this position will assist with the creative conception and development of print and digital marketing campaigns for the department.
This position will be an integral part of the Marketing & Communications team and require a weekly 10 to 15-hour commitment during the academic year with an option to return for the following academic years.
Graphic Designer Employment Dates :
Onboarding: Between June 1 and Sept. 11, 2026 (may occur remotely)
Full Start: Sept. 14, 2026, to July 2, 2027
Optional Summer Start: July 1 to Sept. 11, 2026
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication, Critical Thinking, Professionalism, and Technology.
Position Duties
  • Design and illustration digital imagery for Student Health websites, social media, video, PowerPoint and other electronic publications
  • Design printed awareness and marketing materials such as posters, brochures, publications, flyers, and signage.
  • This position will participate in team or one-on-one meetings to conceptualize projects and provide status updates.
  • Other related duties may be assigned as needed; for example, set-up and/or staffing of on-campus outreach events.
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*


*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirementsLink opens in new window
  • Must be currently enrolled in a high school, community college or university and pursuing a program or course of study at Oregon State University in fall 2026.
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Tools such as Canva or other AI design software are discouraged.
  • Student in OSU’s graphic design program OR new media communications program OR demonstrated experience in layout and typography.
  • Intermediate knowledge of visual design principles (contrast, hierarchy, shape, dominance, white space, balance, color, etc.)
  • A portfolio (print or online) showing examples of visual design work and/or multimedia production.
  • Ability to give and take respectful, constructive criticism.
  • Flexible, positive attitude.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Time management skills.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
  • Understanding of and/or experience working within the OSU brand guidelines.
  • Ability to illustrate objects, people and ideas.
  • Digital photography skills, indoor and outdoor.
  • Digital video, motion graphics or audio production skills.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Working Conditions/Work Schedule:
  • The student worker generally maywill be required to work between 10 and 15 hours per week (with a maximum of 24 hours)up to approximately 8 hours per week.
  • This position is a hybrid role that requires in-person attendance each week.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P12921SE
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 06/01/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 03/10/2026
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 04/10/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
  • A Resume
  • A Cover Letter
  • Link to online portfolio


For additional information please contact: Steven Barth at steve.barth@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

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