37 applicants

Company

AARP · 1 month ago

Outreach and Communications Intern

Annapolis, MD

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18/hr - $28/hr

Start in 2024 Fall

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ElderlyNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Insider Connection @AARP

Discover valuable connections within the company who might provide insights and potential referrals.
Get 3x more responses when you reach out via email instead of LinkedIn.

Responsibilities

Provide social media support, help create compelling content that amplifies external releases, events, and other opportunities, and send tweets to promote content

Support the creation of video content, identify stock photos, conduct video research, coordinate studio and field shoots, develop run of shows

Help draft internal communications content (newsletters, emails)

Engage volunteers in advocacy, community outreach, and communications activities

Deliver strong communications to volunteers to consistently keep them up-to-date on state office activities and opportunities for volunteerism

Develop and staff impactful virtual and in-person events around the state

Coordinate fairs, workshops, events, and video/teleconferences

Assist in maintaining the state office schedule of events

Qualification

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Microsoft Office SuiteEditing softwareSocial media knowledgeTechnological toolsProofreading skills

Required

Prospective intern must be currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university and be considered a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or post-doctorate student

AARP also considers non-traditional interns who are looking to re-enter the workforce or change careers; this may include those who have previously graduated college and are now enrolled in a continuing education program

Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Proficient in using various technological tools, including cameras, microphones, lights, tablets, smartphones

Excellent research and writing skills; keen proofreading skills

Knowledgeable in using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok

Interest in social media and integrated communications

Keeps up on current events and news

Must have reliable transportation

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