About this role
Graphic Design Student Intern (STI), Salem High School [SPS STUDENTS only], Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027] Position Overview: Under the supervision of the Witches' Ink Advisor, the Student Intern will transition from a traditional classroom setting to a live production environment. The intern will perform a variety of routine to moderately complex technical duties in graphic design, pre-press setups, printing, and client relations. This position is essential in assisting Witches' Ink's expansion beyond Salem High School and in serving the entire Salem Public Schools. Requirements:
• Current enrollment in the Salem CTE GDVC Program
• Up to 4 hours a week between 7:45 am and 2:35 pm Monday Through Friday
What We're Looking For
• Current Salem High School Senior
• Taken 2 years of the CTE Graphic Design program
• Reliable, creative, and excited to embrace this in-school opportunity
• Ability to understand and accurately carry out oral and written layout instructions; strong attention to detail
• If student schedule allows, student intern is needed to help with CTE Exploratory Program
Key Responsibilities:
• Production Operations: Fulfill clients' print requests for all of Witches' Ink services.
• Design: Create graphics for Salem Public School and Witches' Ink clients, including t-shirts, event posters, banners, programs, and logos.
• Client Communication: Act as the first point of contact for digital file submissions. Talk with SHS teachers, club leaders, and students to understand their needs.
• Shop Maintenance: Responsible for the cleanliness of the production room and the maintenance of equipment. Assist with inventory tracking of supplies.
• Equipment Mastery & Process Standardization: Proactively master the operation of all production lab equipment. Independently participate in online training instruction.
Hourly Rate: $16/hour Equal Opportunity Employer Salem Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.