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AARP · 2 months ago

External Relations Intern

Washington, DC, United States

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

Start in 2026 Winter

AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older. They are seeking a creative and results-driven External Relations Intern to assist in media relations and advocacy work, promoting policy issues related to family caregiving, health, and welfare.

ElderlyNon ProfitSocial Impact

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help promote policy issues on family caregiving, health and welfare, and prescription drugs

Engage in communications strategies to advance these issues and organize the events as part of these efforts

Research policy issues, draft documents to support our advocacy efforts, participate in team meetings and strategy discussions, collaborate in communications tactics, and engage in support for various remote and in-person media events

Design visually appealing post-campaign reports to highlight the reach and impact of our advocacy media campaigns

Qualification

CommunicationsMicrosoft OfficeProject ManagementVisual DesignAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationCreative Thinking

Required

Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university; be considered a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or postdoctoral student; and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship

Pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related fields

Must be a self-starter and adaptable to work under tight deadlines

Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate project needs, and discern work priorities

Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively

Must have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Familiarity with creating visually appealing PowerPoint presentations is a plus

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