Name:  Becca Richardson

Internship, Co-op, or Research Site: UMBC Career Center

Position Title: Graphic Design Intern

Major or Program: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design

Current Class Level: Senior

Work Term: 2022 - 2023 Academic Year

Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities. 

I am tasked with creating advertising materials for Career Center events, which includes creating posters, flyers, Instagram, web banners ad and thumbnails.

Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application? 

In March of 2022, I saw the post for the position on UMBCworks, which is now Handshake. I applied and received an email for scheduling an interview. After the interviewing process I later received an emailing offering me the position. 

Which of the following resources did you use to find your current experience? 

UMBCworks (now Handshake)

What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization?

My favorite part of this position is being able to use my creative skills to problem solve when developing advertisements. I also appreciate getting experience developing works that have to follow a style guide.  

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?

I feel I made effective advertisements that allowed students to learn about helpful events run by the Career Center.

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience? 

Make sure to track and document all works you create during your internship, and make sure to manage your time well and stay organized. 

Please provide a short reflection or quote about what you liked most about your position / earning internship credit / working with the Career Center.

This opportunity provided me with amazing experience in my industry of choice, which is something I can't obtain in a classroom. 

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Would you like to become our next graphic design intern? We are recruiting for the 2023-2024 academic year. Apply on Handshake. Search for employer "UMBC Career Center".

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