Communications and Volunteer Engagement 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.

Are you a creative, passionate, and results-driven student interested in furthering your communications experience while bettering your community? AARP ND is seeking a driven and creative intern to assist in volunteer communications and engagement. This Bismarck-based internship will allow the student to participate in a broad range of activities and events focused on issues of importance to people 50-plus and their families in North Dakota, including fraud prevention, social security, community livability, retirement readiness, voter engagement, and advocacy. In addition, the intern will learn various web-based tools AARP uses to communicate with its members, volunteers, and others. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of Summer 2024, with the possibility of extending additional semesters.

Responsibilities

• Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to assist with AARP North Dakota’s social media accounts to include video production
• Write draft stories for the state webpage, news releases, newsletter stories, social media posts, and emails to members and volunteers
• Assist in preparing public/volunteer educational materials
• Work with volunteer presenters to let community groups and others know of available presentations
• Meet with AARP volunteers and staff to strategize public programming engagement opportunities
• Assist in delivering events in community as needed
  
  

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 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
• 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
  
  

Hybrid Work Environment

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, $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.