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What is a student design assistant?

Student Design Assistants are typically university or college students who support design teams by assisting with creative projects, preparing visual materials, and helping with design-related tasks. They work under the supervision of professional designers or faculty, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as graphic design, digital media, or marketing. These roles provide students with valuable exposure to real-world projects, enhance their technical skills, and help build their professional portfolios. Student Design Assistants may work in academic departments, campus organizations, or external companies.

What are the typical responsibilities of a student design assistant during a project cycle?

As a Student Design Assistant, your core responsibilities often include supporting lead designers with research, preparing draft layouts, creating visual assets, and assisting with revisions based on feedback. You'll likely collaborate closely with other students, faculty, or professional staff, depending on the setting, and may be involved in brainstorming sessions or client meetings. Throughout a project cycle, you can expect to manage multiple tasks, such as organizing files, updating design documentation, and communicating progress to the team. This role offers valuable exposure to real-world design processes and helps build practical skills for future advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student design assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Design Assistant, you need a solid understanding of design principles, basic proficiency in graphic design or drafting, and current enrollment in a related degree program. Familiarity with industry-standard design software such as Adobe Creative Suite or AutoCAD is typically expected. Strong attention to detail, time management, and the ability to take feedback constructively are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality design work, meeting project deadlines, and effectively supporting senior designers.

What is the difference between Student Design Assistant vs Design Intern?

AspectStudent Design AssistantDesign Intern
Required CredentialsEnrolled in design or related programEnrolled in design or related program
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, university projectsCompany or agency offices, real-world projects
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, educational institutionsDesign firms, creative agencies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level roles for studentsExploring internship opportunities in design

Both roles typically require students to be enrolled in a design-related program and involve assisting with design projects. The main difference is that Student Design Assistants often work within academic settings or university projects, while Design Interns usually work in professional design firms or agencies on real-world projects. Understanding these distinctions helps students find the right opportunity aligned with their career goals.

What does a student design assistant do?

A student design assistant supports design projects by creating visual materials, assisting with layout and graphics, and using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite. They often work under the supervision of senior designers and may help with tasks like drafting, editing, and preparing presentations or prototypes. This role provides practical experience in design processes and tools while contributing to project development.

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College Work Study Student - Campus Life - Fall 2026

Las Vegas, NV • On-site

College of Southern Nevada
Internet and IT • 1 - 5K employees
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$14/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

The College of Southern Nevada appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:
  • Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
  • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
  • Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.

If you are unable to attach the required documents to your online application or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team within Human Resources via email at hr.recruitment@csn.edu or call (702) 651-5800 to be directed to the appropriate Recruiter.
Job Description
Please Note: **Only students who have completed this year'sFAFSAand accepted the Student Employment Award in their Financial Aid Package are eligible to apply**
For Semester/Term: Fall 2026
Hiring Department: Campus Life
Supervisor: Juanita Sowell
Location: West Charleston
Work Hours per week: up to 20.0
Hourly Rate of Pay: $14.00
What our office does:
Campus Life is located in the Student Union and hosts exciting events for the campus community which seek to educate, advocate, engage, and support students! In addition, Campus Life provides free Basic Need Resources to all students in need who are currently enrolled at CSN which range from the Coyote Cupboard (free biweekly groceries), Coyote Closet (professional clothing donation), semester bus pass distribution, and more! If you enjoy interacting and assisting students, this would be a good fit for you!
Our services benefit: CSN students and staff.
Position Summary:
  • Provide excellent customer service to all visitors
  • Assist Administrative Assistant/Coordinator in the execution, setup, and clean up of Charleston Campus Life events
  • Help maintain organization and cleanliness of designated department spaces such as office area, pantry, fridge, storage areas, etc.
  • Assist with inventory of donations and purchases
  • Create promotional materials for events hosted by Campus Life
  • Utilize social media platforms to market events and current promotions
  • Update designated bulletin board

Required Qualifications:
  • Microsoft Office knowledge/experience
  • Be friendly, outgoing, and willing to learn
  • Have a good understanding of diverse multicultural environments
  • Ability to follow directions and communicate well
  • Be punctual, reliable, and trustworthy
  • Ability to complete assigned projects on your own
  • Work well in a team setting with extended co-workers and staff
  • Good knowledge of CSN's basic need services and campus departments
  • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior customer service experience
  • We'll be interacting with students and visitors daily; we want to provide them with a friendly face and excellent service
  • Creativity and/or artistic skills
  • For our promotional materials, we update our designated bulletin board and post flyers around campus and on our social media pages
  • We're looking for someone who can help design those eye-grabbing flyers to post around
  • Computer skills
  • A tech-savvy individual who can pick up on a computer easily and learn new programs quickly
  • We utilize many different computer programs, from Microsoft Office for operations, to Canva for flyers, to Cricut Design Space for our bulletin board

Exempt
No
Full-Time Equivalent
48.8%
Required Attachment(s)
To be considered for this position, candidates must attach the following documents:
1. Resume/CV
2. Proof you've received the Student Employment Award. You may provide either:
  • A copy of your latest CSN Award Notification showing the Student Employment Award. This can be found in your CSN email or in your MyCSN Communication Center

OR
  • A screenshot of your accepted award for the appropriate semester from the "View/Accept Financial Aid" screen in your MyCSN

DO NOT HAVE THE STUDENT EMPLOYMENT AWARD?
Contact the CSN Financial Aid Office if you do not have the Student Employment Award but want to see if you qualify. You may email us directly at CollegeWorkStudy@CSN.edu or visit your closest campus office.
DISCLAIMER
Offer and acceptance of a Work Study Award are not a guarantee of employment. Wages under this position are paid from Work Study awards administered by the CSN Financial Aid Department. To maintain eligibility, students must:
  • Show a financial aid eligible major (degree or certificate program) declared with the CSN Office of the Registrar.
  • Meet Financial Aid Satisfactory Progress after each semester/term to qualify for employment within the academic year.
  • Show degree compliant enrollment for each semester/term for which funding is desired.
  • Be enrolled in at least 6 credits and meet additional eligibility requirements of the Silver State Regents Service Program for summer semester/term employment.
  • * Student's cannot work another part-time position within NSHE at the same time they are employed as a CSN College Work Study student.

NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE
CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.
For more details on this position, please visit our website: My Career at CSN
CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.
Posting Close Date
10/2/2026
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.
This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

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