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 security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.

Are you a current rising junior or graduate student seeking to put into practice your solid project management, strategist & analysis, and events management skills, who has a passion for thinking differently and implementing ideas to impact the 50+ community? Then AARP's Regional Team is looking for you! Our South Region team, which entails nine states throughout the country, thrives on establishing and executing strategies and tactics to deliver impactful engagement and advocacy efforts for AARP members and their families. If you want to learn from a great team of dynamic professionals and incorporate your innovative skills, apply now for this incredible opportunity. As an Intern, you will apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to identify solutions to challenges and integrate new forms of thinking. We are committed to your growth and will cultivate your continued learning and development by supporting you to build on and establish new skills to help you succeed. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of Summer 2023 and will go to the end of the year.

Responsibilities

• Work directly and/or closely with the Regional Vice President and the Sr. Regional Advisor to support projects, including meetings, team-building activities, and/or events
• Assist with planning and implementing special projects related to solving problems/solutions as they arise to promote a Nationwide culture and enhance clearer communication channels
• Some projects related to the internship will include and not limited to moderating/coordinating virtual/hybrid events/meetings, participating in volunteer engagements, and coordinating social media posts
• Contribute to data analyses and write-up of findings.
• Develop executive briefings and/or reports that will serve as a tool to transfer knowledge across the region effectively
• Provide additional state support across the region as needed (i.e., Tele Town Halls event screening, virtual engagement logistical support)
• Participate in meetings and work groups to gain and transfer knowledge respective to the region's issue focus areas and expand their understanding of communication processes

Qualifications

• 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 able to commit to the goals and priorities of AARP and willing to collaborate with others in the organizations around AARP priority issues
• Ability to work well with a DE&I lens
• Be able to work well in virtual environment
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs & Zoom

Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• 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

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.