Department Overview: About Disconnect Madison Disconnect Madison is a grassroots community project based in Madison, WI. The project encourages people to reduce their use of algorithm-driven social media and reflect on how screen time affects their lives. It is research-driven, nonpartisan, and rooted in the belief that our attention is a resource worth protecting. The project was founded by a software engineer and product developer who noticed the negative effects of social media in his own life, started making changes, and built a website and local outreach campaign to help others do the same. Disconnect Madison currently operates through a Next.js website (with a self-reflection quiz, research summaries, and a pledge system), printed flyers distributed at co-ops, bookstores, and coffee shops across Madison, and community events. This is a one-person operation. There is no staff, no office, and no corporate structure. What it is: a real project reaching real people in our community, a clear mission, and a sincere desire to provide a meaningful experience to a student designer. Anticipated Start Date 4/20/26 Anticipated End Date 7/6/26 Anticipated Hours Per Week 6 Schedule: Start date and internship period are flexible. The schedule is flexible and depends on the intern's interests, and how closely they want to simulate a tech industry job. Work hours are flexible and weekly check-ins with Mentor will be scheduled according to availability. Salary/Wage Range: Lump Sum $400.00 to $800.00 Number Of Positions 1 Position Summary/Job Duties: Title Design Intern Organization Disconnect Madison (disconnectmadison.org) Type Paid internship (stipend-based) Compensation $800 Duration Spring/Summer 2026 (approximately 10 weeks). Flexible schedule. Hours 60 labor hours with additional mentorship hours optional. Start date: 4/20 Location Remote with encouraged in-person meetings in Madison, WI Position Summary The Design Intern will collaborate with the founder to define and build a cohesive visual identity and design language for Disconnect Madison. The specific scope of the work will be shaped collaboratively based on the intern’s strengths, interests, and the project’s evolving needs. This is not a prescriptive role with a fixed set of tasks. It is a partnership. The material outcome of this partnership is secondary to the goal of providing a meaningful and fruitful experience for the intern. Potential areas of work include, but are not limited to: - Brand identity: Creating and refining a visual identity system (color palette, typography, logo, print and digital guidelines) - Print design: Creating and iterating on flyers, posters, business cards, and event materials for local distribution - Web design: Proposing UI/UX improvements to the existing website, including layout, visual hierarchy, and page-level design - Social media assets: Designing templates for Instagram posts (static images, carousels) that align with the brand identity - Environmental/event design: Materials for community events such as the Earth Day fair (table signage, handouts, display materials) The intern will have real ownership over design decisions and will see their work used in the community. Their print media will be distributed to local businesses and organizations. Every web improvement will be live on a real site with real visitors. Learning Outcomes By the end of the internship, the intern will have gained experience with: Professional Tools - Figma: Collaborative design, component systems, prototyping, and handoff workflows - Jira/Trello: Task tracking, sprint planning, and project management in an agile workflow - Miro: Visual brainstorming, wireframing, and collaborative ideation - Git/GitHub: Basic familiarity with version control as it relates to design-developer collaboration (exposure, not proficiency) Professional Concepts - Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC): Understanding how a product moves from idea to research to design to development to launch - The Three-Legged Stool: How design, engineering, and product management collaborate to make decisions - Design systems thinking: Creating reusable, consistent components rather than one-off designs - Stakeholder communication: Presenting design rationale, receiving feedback, and iterating professionally - Portfolio development: Documenting the design process (not just the final output) for future job applications - Professional relationships: Diplomacy in the workplace, maintaining healthy boundaries, advocating for oneself, maintaining work:life balance Applied Skills - Designing for print and digital simultaneously, understanding the constraints and conventions of each - Working with a real client (the founder) to interpret ambiguous briefs and propose solutions - Balancing creative vision with practical constraints (no budget, grassroots context, accessibility considerations) Compensation and Support Stipend This is a paid internship. The intern will receive a stipend of $800 for the full internship period, paid in two installments, at midpoint and upon completion. The stipend reflects the noncommercial nature of the project and is supplemented by significant mentorship and professional development value. Mentorship and Support - Weekly 1-on-1 sessions: Approximately 1-2 hours per week with the founder, covering design feedback, professional development topics, career guidance, and tool walkthroughs - Ongoing access: The intern will have direct access to the founder via phone, email, or chat for questions, feedback, and collaboration outside of scheduled sessions - Portfolio support: The founder will help the intern document their work to strengthen their design portfolio and tell the story of their process - Professional reference: Upon successful completion, the founder will serve as a professional reference for future job and internship applications Equal Opportunity Disconnect Madison is committed to creating an inclusive environment. This internship is open to all qualified UW-Madison students regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or national origin. If you need accommodations during the application process or internship, please let us know and we will work with you. Qualifications: Required - Priority will be given to art students, with a focus on graphic design - Foundational skills in graphic design, including understanding of typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy - Ability to work independently and manage your own time in a remote/flexible environment - Interest in the project’s mission (you don’t have to have quit social media, but our mission should align with your personal values in some way) Preferred but Not Required - Experience with Figma / willingness to learn - Familiarity with web design concepts (responsive layout, UI components) - Experience with print production (bleed, trim, file preparation) - Comfort with ambiguity and collaborative problem-solving - Joy in creativity. We’re not trying to build an industry-standard clone of every other nonprofit brand/website. We’re trying to help people reflect, learn, and help themselves. There are no rules. Note: This internship is designed to teach professional skills, not require them. If you meet the required qualifications and are excited about the work, please apply. You do not need to check every box on the preferred list. Application Instructions: Interested students should submit the following materials to zeke@disconnectmadison.org: - Resume: Informal, one page is fine. I don’t need to know about your work history if it’s not relevant to the role. - A short written response (250 words or less) answering: What interests you about this project, and what would you hope to get out of the internship? - Optional: A link to a portfolio or website, or attach 2-3 samples of design work you’re proud of, or that you feel represents your personal style and tastes. This does not need to be polished or professional. Coursework is welcome. Applications will be reviewed as they come in. The process will be informal and conversational. Qualified candidates will be invited to a brief virtual or in-person conversation with the founder to discuss the role, mutual expectations, and fit. Contact: Org: Disconnect Madison Contact: Zeke Witter Web: www.disconnectmadison.org Email: zeke@disconnectmadison.org

About Us HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless. About this Role An Experienced Designer at HBK Engineering is responsible for designing engineering systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects with a high degree of independence and leadership. This specific role focuses on supporting projects in the Minneapolis area and requires a seasoned professional capable of addressing complex electrical, structural, and civil challenges with minimal oversight. The position includes coaching entry-level staff while owning the design lifecycle from initiation through project closeout. - Primary Work Location: Remote (Must be based in the Minneapolis, MN area). What You'll Do - Design engineering systems in compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements for overhead and subsurface utility projects. - Apply specialized knowledge of Xcel Energy Distribution Design and Engineering standards to ensure project success. - Use engineering judgment to independently address unique electrical and construction-related challenges with minimal oversight. - Coach and mentor entry-level staff and perform peer reviews of engineering designs. - Own all phases of the design lifecycle, including preparing detailed construction documents using AutoCAD and client-specific asset management platforms. - Analyze data from topographical surveys, utility atlases, field sketches, and manufacturer datasheets. - Develop utility pole loading models using structural software (e.g., SPIDAcalc). - Communicate complex engineering matters to project management, leadership, and field resources. - Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, and construction partners as needed. What You'll Bring - Significant professional experience in utility design (Senior/Experienced level). - Strong preference for candidates with direct experience in Xcel Energy distribution standards. - Previous field experience: Proven ability to perform site walkdowns, verify field conditions, and translate real-world constraints into engineering designs. - In-depth knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD) and its use in generating complex layout drawings. - Proven ability to work independently and manage time to achieve project milestones. - Experience training and mentoring junior designers or entry-level staff. - Strong technology skills, including the Office365 suite and remote communication software. - Ability to "hit the ground running" on active, in-process projects. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

• Manage a team of licensed sales agents, providing guidance on regulatory compliance and NAR best practices. • Implement risk management plans and update state-specific policy addendums in collaboration with brokerage operations. • Define and deliver exceptional brokerage support to agents, ensuring compliance with state licensing laws, association membership, and MLS participation. • Provide training to enhance agents' knowledge of contracts, risk management, licensing, and state real estate law. • Establish and maintain a regional management structure that promotes scalability. • Collaborate with various department leads, including brokerage operations, finance, support, and other team members nationwide. • Foster innovation in brokerage operations to efficiently support the growing agent base. • Utilize remote digital technology to streamline communication and collaboration.

• Own the end-to-end development of responsive HTML/CSS email templates optimized across devices, inboxes, and platforms • Lead implementation of dynamic and personalized content using ESP data integrations and automation workflows • Translate Figma/Adobe designs into production-ready templates, ensuring pixel accuracy and technical feasibility • Serve as a technical partner to CRM associates and designers, providing guidance on best practices and design scalability • Ensure cross-client compatibility, accessibility compliance, and high deliverability standards • Conduct advanced QA to validate rendering, functionality, and accurate population of dynamic fields • Support A/B and multivariate testing initiatives by coding variations and ensuring proper tracking and setup • Maintain and evolve component-based template libraries to improve speed, consistency, and scalability • Proactively identify opportunities to optimize workflows, templates, and QA processes • Troubleshoot complex rendering issues and collaborate with ESP support or engineering teams as needed • Act as a mentor and technical resource for junior team members, helping elevate overall execution quality