Social Media 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.
AARP Montana is seeking a Social Media Intern starting in the Summer of 2024. This position will maintain and grow the Social Media accounts for the AARP Montana state office. Additionally, community outreach/engagement opportunities, event planning, and advocacy-related activities will be part of the position. Are you a creative Social Media whiz looking for a paid internship? We're looking for you! The position has a target start date of June and will go through at least the end of the year, potentially extending into 2025.
Responsibilities

• Creating fun, exciting, and engaging short videos and motion graphics for use on Social Media
• Assist in developing and sustaining a strong Social Media presence focused on relevant and timely messaging and information for members in Montana
• Develop and maintain a positive, two-way, interactive dialog on various Social Media channels to drive engagements
• Creating and updating posts, profiles, and pages for Facebook and X (Twitter) through the Sprinklr marketing platform - posts scheduled to run several times per week
• Tracking the growth and impact of Social Media channels and suggesting action steps to increase influence, relevance, and growth
• Potentially attending selected events and taking photos/videos and "live-posting" from those events
• Assisting with the development and execution of paid Social Media advertising campaigns designed to increase impact and relevance across Social Media channels
• Creating content and posting to the Montana blog pages using an interface platform similar to WordPress

Qualifications

• Prospective intern must be currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university and be considered rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post-doctorate students
• AARP also considers non-traditional interns who are looking to re-enter the workforce or change careers; this may include those who have previously graduated college and are now enrolled in a continuing education program
• Strong interest in Social Media and be proficient in Facebook, X (Twitter) and Instagram
• The use of other Social Media/blog interface tools is a huge plus
• Fluency in Microsoft Office programs
• Proficient in using various technological tools, including cameras, microphones, lights, tablets, smartphones, and editing software, a plus
• Excellent research and writing skills, with keen proofreading skills
• Internship is open to remote work
• The internship will require someone dependable, professional, efficient, able to juggle multiple projects and prioritize tasks, and handle working on deadlines, sometimes on short notice

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