[Hiring] Youth Workbook Graphic Design Intern @Youth Workbook Graphic Design Intern at UW–Madison

Role Description

Wisconsin Farmers Union seeks a creative, self-directed student to lead the development of a new Independent Youth Cooperative Education Workbook designed for middle and high school youth across Wisconsin and other Farmers Union states.

• Anticipated Start Date: 09/28/26
• Anticipated End Date: 12/18/2026
• Remote Work Eligibility: All Remote
• Anticipated Hours Per Week: Minimum: 5, Maximum: 10
• Schedule: Remote, Approximately 8–10 hours per week (UW Madison Work-Study Eligible)
• Salary/Wage Range: Minimum: $15.00
• Number of Positions: 1

Qualifications

• Current UW–Madison student eligible for Federal Work-Study
• Graphic design experience
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar graphic design software
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Experience in communications, curriculum development, or educational programming
• Academic or professional interest in:
  • Agriculture
  • Sustainable food systems
  • Cooperative business models
  • Conservation and environmental stewardship
  • Agricultural education
  • Community development
  • Rural sociology
  • Youth leadership development
• Experience working with youth through camps, schools, nonprofits, or community organizations

Requirements

• Graphic Design & Publication Development (60%):
  • Create the visual identity and layout for the workbook
  • Design activity pages, infographics, illustrations, maps, and educational graphics
  • Format content into a polished, youth-friendly publication
  • Prepare print-ready and digital versions of the workbook
  • Integrate QR codes linking to videos, surveys, additional resources, and engagement opportunities
• Curriculum Development (15%):
  • Work with the Education Director to understand the educational components of the workbook
  • Research cooperative business models, agricultural cooperatives, food systems, conservation, and rural community development
  • Develop engaging, age-appropriate educational content for youth ages 11–18
  • Write workbook lessons, activities, reflection prompts, and community engagement projects
  • Incorporate real-world cooperative case studies and examples from Wisconsin and across the Upper Midwest
• Pilot Testing & Revision (15%):
  • Gather feedback from youth participants, educators, and program partners
  • Revise content and design based on user feedback
  • Improve accessibility, clarity, and engagement throughout the workbook
• Project Management & Coordination (10%):
  • Manage project timelines and deliverables
  • Participate in periodic planning meetings
  • Organize project files and maintain version control
  • Document recommendations for future workbook editions

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunity to gain experience in educational programming and graphic design
• Work-study eligible position

Project Timeline

• September: Research & Framework Development
  • Review existing Farmers Union educational materials
  • Research cooperative education best practices
  • Develop workbook outline, learning objectives, and content structure
  • Establish visual branding and design concepts
• October: Content Creation & Design
  • Draft workbook lessons, activities, and case studies
  • Create graphics, illustrations, and infographics
  • Build interactive elements and QR code resources
  • Complete first full draft
• November: Review, Pilot Testing & Revision
  • Gather feedback from youth, educators, and partner organizations
  • Revise content and design based on feedback
  • Refine layout and accessibility features
• December: Final Production & Distribution Preparation
  • Finalize workbook design and formatting
  • Prepare print-ready and digital files
  • Develop implementation and facilitator guidance
  • Present final workbook and recommendations for future updates