[Hiring] Communications Intern @AARP

Role Description

AARP is looking for an intern to assist staff and volunteer teams in telling the story of AARP’s local work. As an intern, you will apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to many projects. This remote, paid internship is expected to start in January 2027, with the possibility of extending into additional semesters.

• Apply innovative thinking and problem-solving to challenges in a matrix environment
• Compile research and data analyses and write up findings
• Assist as needed with writing, editing, and publishing articles through AARP's Content Management System
• Organize creative assets and toolkits for use in local markets and for award applications
• Audit, edit, and create internal communications tools and resources
• Assist in the management of digital marketing campaigns and telling the story of learnings and successes
• Assist in maintaining, monitoring, and improving the digital user flow as part of a marketing campaign
• Support campaign-related emails as needed
• Create and distribute attractive and eye-catching presentations and toolkits

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in journalism, advertising, public relations, marketing, or a related field
• Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university as undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or postdoctoral students
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and other organizational programs; knowledge of Canva and PowerPoint is a plus
• Ability to work in an informal team situation that stretches across business units in a matrix way
• Must be a self-starter and adaptable, with the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate project needs, and discern work priorities
• Ability to work well with diverse populations, including gender, race, and sexual orientation
• Writing samples and examples of prior video and other presentation projects requested
• AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position

Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
• Home office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate home environment noise

Benefits

• The hourly range is $18.40 for undergraduates, $21 for graduate students, and $28 for Ph.D. candidates
• Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits