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AARP · 6 hours ago

Community and Volunteer Outreach Intern

Philadelphia, PA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18/hr - $28/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older. The Community and Volunteer Outreach Intern will engage members and recruit volunteers, supporting outreach and engagement goals while developing tools and resources to strengthen volunteer engagement.

ElderlyNon ProfitSocial Impact

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Work with staff and volunteer leaders to engage members and recruit volunteers across the state, supporting outreach and engagement goals

Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help develop tools, resources, and approaches that strengthen member and volunteer engagement and improve program outcomes

Assist with internal communication strategies and processes that support volunteers and their related programs, ensuring clarity and consistency

Support coordination of volunteer outreach activities, attend volunteer meetings, and assist with correspondence and follow-up to maintain strong connections

Provide outstanding service, demonstrate professionalism, and build collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partner

Qualification

Microsoft OfficeProject managementSocial media proficiencyBilingual in SpanishEffective communicationAdaptabilityCollaboration skills

Required

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

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

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

In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise

Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds