The School of Art at Carnegie Mellon University is searching for a part-time (20 hours a week/ 600 hours over the academic year) Digital Print Studio Intern. This entry-level position is ideal for someone familiar with print media and large-format printing who can assist the current technician and help serve the larger School of Art community.
Core responsibilities will include:
Assist with supervision and administration of the Digital Print Studio
Process large format print requests for School of Art students, faculty and staff
Process vinyl cutter requests for School of Art students, faculty and staff
Troubleshoot and communicate with students regarding incoming print requests to ensure quality output
Help operate and maintain equipment and facilities housed within the Digital Print Studio, which include: large format inkjet printers, large format vinyl cutter, large format scanners, black dye acetate printer, Risograph printer, iMac computer lab and CINTIQs
Assist as needed in the traditional printmaking studios
Help with training, overseeing and enforcement of safety rules and regulations, according to Environmental Health and Safety guidelines
Assist students, faculty and staff with the proper and safe use of studio and equipment
Report supplies needs to Print Technician
Process financial transactions (accounting)
Assist with various School of Art projects
Support Doherty Hall technicians in research and development
Passion, strong communication skills, and the ability to multi-task while maintaining a high level of excellence are all vital qualities for this position. We are in search of a team member who is able to interact, collaborate and be inclusive of our diverse student body.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Art (BFA or BXA)
Experience with Print Media preferred
Experience with large format printing preferred
Requirements:
Successful background check
Interested in this exciting opportunity?! Apply today!
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
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Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
Non-CMU StudentsPosition Type
Intern (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Part timePay Basis
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Statement of Assurance
Skills Required
- Bachelors degree in Art (BFA or BXA)
- Experience with Print Media
- Experience with large format printing
- Successful background check
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and maintain high level of excellence
- Ability to train, oversee, and enforce safety rules per Environmental Health and Safety guidelines
Carnegie Mellon University Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Carnegie Mellon University and has not been reviewed or approved by Carnegie Mellon University.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout, with automatic employer contributions to a TIAA-administered plan at 8% of base salary (and 9.78% for 9‑month academic appointments), plus optional employee deferrals. Vesting after three years is clearly specified, which helps set expectations for long-term value.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family support is strengthened by 100% paid parental leave for six weeks and 100% paid maternity leave for 6–8 weeks (delivery-type dependent), effective July 1, 2024. Childcare support is also referenced through a Cyert Center subsidy up to $5,000 per family, alongside no-cost EAP access.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits include free Pittsburgh Regional Transit access and access to fitness classes and facilities, adding recurring non-cash value to the overall package. Pittsburgh’s relatively affordable cost of living can further increase the perceived adequacy of a given salary compared with higher-cost coastal hubs.
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