Communications, Outreach and Advocacy Intern

Responsibilities

• Initiate outreach strategies to engage local community partners and disseminate AARP materials and resources
• Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to advance policy issues on topics such as family caregiving, health, age-friendly initiatives, and retirement security
• Work with AARP Maine staff to enhance volunteer engagement, particularly in rural areas of the state
• Engage proactively in grassroots mobilizing through innovative and self-driven approaches
• Research policy issues and draft documents to support our advocacy and outreach efforts
• Participate in team meetings and strategy discussions
• Communicate effectively with AARP members, volunteers, and community partners
• Engage in a support role for various remote and/or in-person events

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
• Able 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

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

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.