- Work with staff and volunteer leaders to recruit and engage volunteers in several programs at AARP
- Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help develop tools, resources, and approaches for recruiting and engaging volunteers
- Engage in communication strategies to support volunteers and their related programs
- Help manage the onboarding, orientation, and training of volunteers as they engage with AARP programs and activities
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
- 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
- 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, 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. -
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OverviewAARP 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 community outreach and event planning? The AARP Office of Volunteer Engagement is looking for you Our team creates and executes various projects to improve the lives of people as they age and help to build a better tomorrow for future generations by engaging volunteers in AARP's mission. We'll challenge you to think and work innovatively on real-world projects. AARP is committed to your growth and cultivating your continued learning and development. This internship will begin in Summer 2024 and will go through the end of the year, with the possibility of extending additional semesters.
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