Communications Intern

Communications Intern 7041 Washington, DC, United States Communication Intern No 0-5% $18.00 - $28.00 Hourly Job Description 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. The Communications Intern for AARP Driver Safety plays a vital role in supporting strategic communications and marketing initiatives aimed at engaging volunteers and enhancing program visibility. This dynamic position offers hands-on experience in content creation, social media management, campaign execution, and digital communications. With opportunities to collaborate across teams, contribute to national campaigns, and support innovative efforts, this internship provides a unique blend of creative, analytical, and administrative experience in a mission-driven environment. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of January 2026, with an option to continue throughout the year. Responsibilities Create and format content for volunteer communications, newsletters, and social media (organic and paid), ensuring alignment with AARP’s messaging and branding Manage social media scheduling and performance tracking, and collaborate with state offices to suggest and optimize post content Support marketing campaigns such as AARP e-newsletters and direct mail, from brainstorming and planning through execution and post-campaign analysis Assist with administrative tasks, including pulling scheduled course reports, preparing executive summaries, and developing presentations Update and maintain state-specific law sheets by researching current traffic laws and reformatting documents for clarity and usability Support content migration and quality assurance during the Volunteer Portal redesign, ensuring accuracy and functionality of links, forms, and resources Operational Support: Provide operational support ranging from assisting with the onboarding process to supporting system enhancements and improvements to operational portals Event Support: Provide support in creating events using the system of record, performing quality assurance on event setups, and assisting with adding events to the internal data system Qualifications 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 Experience or coursework in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or a related field preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in content creation for newsletters, social media, or marketing campaigns Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with digital tools such as Salesforce, social media platforms, and content management systems Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills, especially in tracking metrics and performing quality assurance tasks Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams Remote internship is available for candidates residing outside the Washington, D.C. area 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 In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise 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, 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.