We're seeking a creative, organized, tech-savvy Social Media Intern to join the AARP Outreach & Mobilization team! You'll get hands-on experience with advocacy social media campaigns, including voter education, family caregiving, and Social Security. AARP is committed to your growth and cultivating your continued learning and development. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of Fall 2024, with the possibility of extending additional semesters.

• Conceptualize, draft, edit, and schedule social media content for AARP Advocates channels, ensuring all visuals are consistent with approved branding and campaign messaging
• Help prepare weekly analytics reports for both written and oral presentations
• Provide social listening and everyday influencer interaction and support on both Facebook and Twitter with guidance from the team
• Assist with video content production; responsibilities could include vetting potential subjects; filming AARP spokespersons both by phone and in coordination with AARPs in-house studio team, and occasional editing (captions, end cards)
• Attend meetings, including team meetings and one-on-one check-ins, agency meetings, weekly state calls, and trainings
• Maintain and update social channels, including lists, video playlists, and other featured content.
• On-site social support for Congressional hearings and other events as needed

• Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college/university rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post-doctoral students and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship or must have previously graduated from college and enrolled in a continuing education program
• 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
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Familiarity with creating and editing videos and knowledge of multiple social media platforms is a plus

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise

Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA)

AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as telecommuting workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work and telecommuting can only be done within the United States and its territories.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly range is $18 for undergraduates, $21 for graduate students, and $28 for Ph.D. candidates. Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.