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This opportunity is brought to you by Siena Frost '19.

Title: Web Design Intern

ACE Web Design Interns are an essential part of ACE's mission to combat political polarization by creating a more objective, informed, democratically-engaged generation. 

We are looking for a talented and motivated web design intern to join our team and help enhance our Wordpress website. As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to work hands-on with website development, design, and optimization, gaining valuable experience in a professional setting while making a real impact on our online presence.

Opportunities:

  • Work on real-world website projects and gain hands-on experience with WordPress.
  • Collaborate with a small team to design, update, and optimize the website.
  • Enhance your skills in web design, user experience (UX), and website performance.
  • Build a portfolio by contributing to impactful web projects for a nonprofit/media organization.
  • Learn industry best practices in SEO, responsive design, and website security.

Key information:

  • Time Commitment: 10 hours per week
  • Start and End Dates: Immediately - December 13th, 2024
  • This internship is unpaid

Essential Skills:

  • Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and WordPress.
  • Familiarity with website design principles, including UI/UX.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to problem-solve design issues.
  • Good communication and collaboration skills.
  • Time management and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and processes.

Technical Platforms:

  • WordPress: Main platform for website development and management.
  • Elementor/Divi: Page builders for designing and editing WordPress pages.
  • Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator: For designing and editing website graphics (optional but beneficial).
  • Google Analytics: For tracking website traffic and user behavior.
  • SEO tools: Such as Yoast SEO or All in One SEO, to optimize website content.
  • GitHub/Version Control: For managing website updates and collaborating on projects.

We are looking for enthusiastic students from all disciplines who share our belief that democracy works best when citizens are actively informed and engaged.

Note: Students interested in seeking course credit for this internship should inquire with your academic advisor. ACE will work with the you and your college advisor on achieving desired learning outcomes and completing all necessary paperwork.