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Colas Inc. is the corporate office of Colas USA, a materials and heavy highway/infrastructure leader that began operations in 1979 with the acquisition of Barrett Paving Materials. The headquarters office of Colas Inc. is located in Morristown, New Jersey, but our employees also work within our five (5) subsidiary companies operating throughout the United States from New York to Alaska.
The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain.
JOB SUMMARY
Colas USA has ambitious and exciting growth plans that will see us build on our traditional industrial, contracting and highway maintenance activities. Established in the USA since the 1970’s, we are seeking a creative, detail-oriented Junior Graphic Designer to join our in-house communications team. This role will support the development of visual assets across a wide range of communication initiatives, including brand materials, digital content, presentations, internal communications, in-house magazines and event collateral.
With an enviable reputation for being innovative and progressive, our people are central to everything we do, they are vital to our success and set us apart from our competitors. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain visionary, talented and passionate individuals. The ideal candidate is a strong visual thinker with a passion for design, consistency, and elevating brand identity.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Brand & Visual Content:
- Support the creation of on-brand graphics for digital and print channels, including brochures, one-pagers, social media assets, infographics, and website visuals.
- Assist in preparing visual content for internal communications such as newsletters, announcements, in-house magazines and presentations.
- Update and maintain brand templates, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all materials.
Digital & Multimedia:
- Produce graphics for email campaigns, web pages, and social media posts.
- Resize, format, and optimize visuals for various digital platforms.
- Assist with basic video editing, motion graphics, or animations (a plus).
- Collaborate closely with communications, and other internal teams to understand project needs and deliver high-quality design assets.
- Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Maintain organized file structures and asset libraries.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Communications Director, the Junior Graphic Designer will work with the Corporate Communications team, and the USA subsidiary businesses to create and develop impactful visuals that support communications activity that will positively benefit the Colas brand in the USA and build brand awareness.
This role will support teams across the Colas USA organization with their communication activity, driving a stronger visual Colas brand identity and working within the brand charter boundaries with a creative flair.
You will be initiating, producing and coordinating a range of communication assets as briefed by the communications team, managing multiple and overlapping projects which require clear communication skills, coordination and planning skills.
Other duties in this role will include managing the Colas USA media library, ensuring merchandise branding is consistent and within brand guidelines, and assisting team members with projects and activities.
Colas are committed to safety and lowering environmental impact, this will mean all tasks you complete will be done with these two things in mind.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field — or equivalent work experience.
- 0–2 years of design experience (agency, in-house, internship, or freelance).
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
- Familiarity with PowerPoint, Canva, and other layout tools.
- A portfolio demonstrating clean, modern, and versatile design work.
- Experience designing for B2B audiences or complex industries.
- Familiarity with UI/UX principles.
- Basic motion graphics or video editing skills (Premiere, After Effects).
- Understanding of print production processes.
- 3 days per week/ 24 hours per week.
- $27.00-33.00 per hour.
Experience
To succeed in this role you will need to demonstrate good attention to detail with a good understanding of communication processes and systems. You should be flexible, enthusiastic with excellent communication skills both spoken and written and able to use these qualities to plan, develop and deliver effective communication assets to drive brand awareness.
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, if you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
- to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
- access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
INTRODUCTION
Colas Inc. is the corporate office of Colas USA, a materials and heavy highway/infrastructure leader that began operations in 1979 with the acquisition of Barrett Paving Materials. The headquarters office of Colas Inc. is located in Morristown, New Jersey, but our employees also work within our five (5) subsidiary companies operating throughout the United States from New York to Alaska.
The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain.
JOB SUMMARY
Colas USA has ambitious and exciting growth plans that will see us build on our traditional industrial, contracting and highway maintenance activities. Established in the USA since the 1970’s, we are seeking a creative, detail-oriented Junior Graphic Designer to join our in-house communications team. This role will support the development of visual assets across a wide range of communication initiatives, including brand materials, digital content, presentations, internal communications, in-house magazines and event collateral.
With an enviable reputation for being innovative and progressive, our people are central to everything we do, they are vital to our success and set us apart from our competitors. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain visionary, talented and passionate individuals. The ideal candidate is a strong visual thinker with a passion for design, consistency, and elevating brand identity.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Brand & Visual Content:
- Support the creation of on-brand graphics for digital and print channels, including brochures, one-pagers, social media assets, infographics, and website visuals.
- Assist in preparing visual content for internal communications such as newsletters, announcements, in-house magazines and presentations.
- Update and maintain brand templates, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all materials.
Digital & Multimedia:
- Produce graphics for email campaigns, web pages, and social media posts.
- Resize, format, and optimize visuals for various digital platforms.
- Assist with basic video editing, motion graphics, or animations (a plus).
- Collaborate closely with communications, and other internal teams to understand project needs and deliver high-quality design assets.
- Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Maintain organized file structures and asset libraries.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Communications Director, the Junior Graphic Designer will work with the Corporate Communications team, and the USA subsidiary businesses to create and develop impactful visuals that support communications activity that will positively benefit the Colas brand in the USA and build brand awareness.
This role will support teams across the Colas USA organization with their communication activity, driving a stronger visual Colas brand identity and working within the brand charter boundaries with a creative flair.
You will be initiating, producing and coordinating a range of communication assets as briefed by the communications team, managing multiple and overlapping projects which require clear communication skills, coordination and planning skills.
Other duties in this role will include managing the Colas USA media library, ensuring merchandise branding is consistent and within brand guidelines, and assisting team members with projects and activities.
Colas are committed to safety and lowering environmental impact, this will mean all tasks you complete will be done with these two things in mind.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field — or equivalent work experience.
- 0–2 years of design experience (agency, in-house, internship, or freelance).
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
- Familiarity with PowerPoint, Canva, and other layout tools.
- A portfolio demonstrating clean, modern, and versatile design work.
- Experience designing for B2B audiences or complex industries.
- Familiarity with UI/UX principles.
- Basic motion graphics or video editing skills (Premiere, After Effects).
- Understanding of print production processes.
- 3 days per week/ 24 hours per week.
- $27.00-33.00 per hour.
Experience
To succeed in this role you will need to demonstrate good attention to detail with a good understanding of communication processes and systems. You should be flexible, enthusiastic with excellent communication skills both spoken and written and able to use these qualities to plan, develop and deliver effective communication assets to drive brand awareness.
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, if you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
- to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
- access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
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Start your search before your OPT authorization arrives
Your EAD can take several weeks to arrive after your DSO recommends OPT. Beginning your job search while it’s pending means you’ll have interviews underway or an offer ready by the time your authorization comes through. Check processing times on the USCIS OPT page.
Be clear about what OPT authorization means when talking to employers
Many U.S. employers, especially smaller companies, aren’t familiar with OPT. Explaining that you already have work authorization, that it doesn’t require any action from them now, and that STEM OPT can extend it significantly makes the conversation much easier.
Focus on companies that have hired international graduates before
Employers with prior experience hiring OPT students understand the EAD, E-Verify, and the STEM extension process. They’re less likely to hesitate over questions they’ve already answered, which makes for a faster and smoother hiring process.
Your degree field determines which roles qualify
OPT requires that your work be directly related to your major. For fresher roles, make sure the job description matches your field of study before applying. This protects your status and keeps your SEVIS record clean.
The 90-day unemployment limit is real, so plan your timeline carefully
Standard OPT allows up to 90 days of unemployment. If your job search runs longer than expected, tracking those days carefully helps you make informed decisions about next steps, including whether a STEM OPT extension or a change of status makes sense.
Use your university alumni network early
Alumni from your program who are already working in the U.S. are one of the most direct paths to fresher roles at employers who hire OPT students. Career services offices and LinkedIn alumni filters are both good starting points for reaching people who’ve navigated the same process.
Fresher OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
What does "fresher" mean in the context of U.S. job applications?
In the U.S., new graduates are typically referred to as entry-level candidates or recent graduates rather than freshers. When applying, framing your profile as an entry-level professional with your specific degree and relevant internship or project experience is the most effective approach. U.S. employers are very familiar with hiring F-1 graduates directly from university programs.
Do U.S. employers hire international graduates with no U.S. work experience?
Yes, many employers specifically recruit from U.S. universities and value the academic training and technical skills graduates bring regardless of prior work history. Internships, academic projects, research experience, and relevant coursework all count as valuable background. Targeting employers who recruit on campus at your university or who have a history of hiring new graduates from your program is the most efficient approach.
Which industries hire the most new OPT graduates in the U.S.?
Technology, financial services, engineering, consulting, and healthcare technology hire the largest numbers of new F-1 OPT graduates. Within technology, software engineering, data analysis, and cloud computing roles are particularly accessible for new graduates. Companies with graduate recruitment programs and campus hiring infrastructure are the most efficient targets for first-time job seekers in the U.S.
Is it harder to get a job in the U.S. as an international graduate compared to domestic candidates?
Some employers have policies against sponsoring visas, but a meaningful number of U.S. employers actively recruit international graduates, particularly in STEM fields. Focusing your search on employers with a track record of OPT hiring and H-1B visa sponsorship narrows the pool to companies that are already comfortable with the process. Your international background, language skills, and technical training are genuine differentiators that many U.S. employers value.
How do I explain my OPT status to U.S. employers who are unfamiliar with it?
A simple, confident explanation works best: you are authorized to work in the U.S. for up to three years on your F-1 student visa with no cost or paperwork required from the employer during that period. Framing it as an easy, low-barrier entry point rather than a complex visa situation helps employers see the opportunity rather than the complexity. If they later want to keep you long-term, that is when the H-1B conversation begins.