Communications and Volunteer Engagement Intern

Responsibilities

• Aid in the preparation of public/volunteer educational and training materials.
• Collaborate with volunteer presenters to inform community groups and others about available presentations.
• Employ strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to support AARP North Dakota’s social media accounts, including video production.
• Record and share video and engaging stories from events for future promotion and storytelling about AARP’s work in North Dakota.
• Contribute to writing draft stories for the state webpage, news releases, newsletter stories, social media posts, and emails to members and volunteers.
• Assist in delivering events in the community as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college/university, rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post-doctoral students.
• Self-starter and adaptable, capable of working under tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions.
• Excellent technical skills in Microsoft Office programs.
• Familiarity with creating and editing videos and knowledge of multiple social media platforms is a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance.
• Respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships.
• Independent judgement in evaluating options to make sound decisions.
• Ability to work effectively in an open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

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.