Communications Intern

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.
The AARP Ohio Team seeks a motivated and enthusiastic Communications Intern to support our communications team in various aspects of communication, marketing, and public relations statewide. As a Communications Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, supporting communication initiatives across various social media, email, and web channels. We'll challenge you to think and work innovatively on real-world projects at the national and local levels. AARP is committed to your growth and cultivating your continued learning and development. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of January 2024 and will go through the end of the year.
Responsibilities

• Create videos, social media posts, and other digital content for advocacy campaigns related to family caregiving, fraud prevention, and retirement security
• Promote local AARP community engagement events using audience engagement tools and channels such as email, social media, and earned media
• Participate in team meetings and strategy discussions with AARP staff and volunteers, collaborate in communications tactics, and engage in a support role for various remote and in-person events
• Work is hybrid, remotely two days a week, three days in the office

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university; be considered a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or post-doctoral student; and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship and pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related fields
• Exceptional verbal/written communication skills
• Must be savvy with Canva, Adobe, and PowerPoint, self-starter, and adaptable with the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Ability to follow AARP branding guidelines for visual and written content, working knowledge of AP Style
• Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate project needs, and discern work priorities
• Ability to work well with diverse populations, including age, 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
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
• In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds

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, $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.