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AARP · 6 hours ago

Communications and Livability Intern

Anchorage, AK

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18/hr - $28/hr

Start in 2026 Winter

AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older. They are seeking a communications and livable communities intern who will create content, support volunteer teams, and assist in events to enhance the community for individuals aged 50 and older.

ElderlyNon ProfitSocial Impact

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Creating content for the AARP Alaska blog and external publications, including articles, press releases, editorials and more

Collecting and compiling information for a monthly volunteer newsletter

Assisting with the development and execution of social media and email communications designed to increase AARP Alaska’s impact and relevance

Creating fun, interesting, and engaging content for use on social media

Supporting our Age-Friendly volunteer teams in Anchorage, Juneau, and Fairbanks, including notetaking for meetings and research as needed

Assisting volunteers in planning and hosting AARP Alaska events in Anchorage and Mat-Su

Providing support to the staff in the AARP Alaska office to plan, promote, and host events, as well as organizing data and promotional items

Qualification

Social media proficiencyResearch skillsWriting skillsMicrosoft OfficeTechnological toolsProfessionalismDependabilityEffective communication

Required

Prospective interns must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university, be considered rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post-doctoral students, and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship

Undergraduate (junior or senior) or graduate 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 from college and enrolled in a continuing education program

Must be proficient in Facebook and Twitter. The use of other social media/blog interface tools is a huge plus

Fluency in Microsoft Office programs

Proficiency in the use of various technological tools, including cameras, microphones, lights, tablets, smartphones, and editing software, is a plus

Excellent research and writing skills, with keen proofreading skills

Available to work 15-40 hours per week

The internship will require someone dependable, professional, efficient, able to juggle multiple projects and prioritize tasks, as well as handle working on deadlines, sometimes on short notice

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

Home office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate home environment noise