What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Intern (Summer) position at AARP?
Overview
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin.
AARP’s Community, State and National Affairs (CSN) Group includes Government Relations, Programs, Volunteer Engagement, Community Outreach and Advocacy at the federal, state and local levels. It delivers on AARP’s social mission by educating and engaging people 50-plus and their families, strengthening communities, and championing issues that help give people financial and health security.
Are you a creative, passionate, and results-driven student interested in communications and business operations? If so, AARP's Operations, Strategy & Analysis Team is looking for you! Our team ensures we have the right tools and resources to strengthen communities and advocate for what matters most to families - focusing on health security, financial stability, and personal fulfillment. We'll challenge you to think and work innovatively on real-world projects. AARP is committed to your growth and cultivating your continued learning and development. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of early summer 2025, with the possibility of extending additional semesters.
Responsibilities
Additional Requirements
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work 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.
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin.
AARP’s Community, State and National Affairs (CSN) Group includes Government Relations, Programs, Volunteer Engagement, Community Outreach and Advocacy at the federal, state and local levels. It delivers on AARP’s social mission by educating and engaging people 50-plus and their families, strengthening communities, and championing issues that help give people financial and health security.
Are you a creative, passionate, and results-driven student interested in communications and business operations? If so, AARP's Operations, Strategy & Analysis Team is looking for you! Our team ensures we have the right tools and resources to strengthen communities and advocate for what matters most to families - focusing on health security, financial stability, and personal fulfillment. We'll challenge you to think and work innovatively on real-world projects. AARP is committed to your growth and cultivating your continued learning and development. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of early summer 2025, with the possibility of extending additional semesters.
Responsibilities
- Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help promote our work through internal communications channels
- Assist with the planning and execution of a large-scale meeting of managers from across the country
- Gather research and analyze data to compile information on various topics that support AARP’s social mission
- Contribute to business processes and technology projects as needed
- Collect and analyze data to develop insights for decision-making and setting business priorities
- Produce and distribute scheduled reports
- Conduct research and analyze data to develop insights that inform business strategies
- Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university as rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or postdoctoral students and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship or must have previously graduated from college and enrolled in a continuing education program
- Pursuing a degree in Business, Operations, Marketing, or Communications
- Exceptional verbal/written communication skills
- 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
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- Strong analytical skills
Additional Requirements
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- 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
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work 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.
Salary : $18 - $28
