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Graphic Designer - Volunteer Intern - Hamilton

Hamilton
Organisation:
The Refugee Orientation Centre Trust
Category:
Marketing & Communications
Hours:
Both/Flexible

Volunteer Internship Opportunity – Refugee Orientation Centre Trust
The Refugee Orientation Centre Trust supports former refugees as they build new lives in our community, offering educational programmes and opportunities for connection.

`This is how you’ll be contributing to our mahi:

  • Design and update content for newsletters, flyers, booklets, and our magazine
  • Collaborate with programme coordinators to develop and refine visual concepts
  • Adapt and enhance existing brand design standards, including icons, images, layouts, and templates
  • Bring fresh, creative ideas to campaigns and projects
  • Ensure consistency across all digital and print media
  • Gain hands-on design experience in a real-world setting
  • Use your skills to make a positive difference for people starting fresh in New Zealand
  • Be part of a welcoming, supportive team

Why this is a great opportunity:

  • Build your portfolio with meaningful, real-world projects
  • Grow your professional skills while contributing to work that truly changes lives
Requirements:
  • You’re currently studying or recently graduated in Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or a related field
  • You have a strong eye for design, including layout, typography, and colour
  • Comfortable using Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) or similar design tools
  • Able to take direction and work independently, while happily collaborating with a team
  • Great communication skills – able to share your ideas and discuss projects clearly
  • Creative thinker, ready to bring fresh ideas to campaigns and projects
  • Detail-oriented, ensuring consistency across digital and print materials
  • Excited about community work and using your skills to make a positive impact
  • Able to manage your time and meet deadlines, while staying flexible and open to learning new things

Bonus points if you:

  • Have experience creating social media graphics or digital campaigns
  • Have worked on branding or publication design
  • Enjoy being part of a supportive, collaborative team

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment:
  • Minimum of 10 hours per week
  • Schedule can be adjusted around your study or work commitments

Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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