Overview AARP 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 gaining professional advocacy and communications experience? The AARP Virginia Team is looking for you! Our team advocates on the state and federal levels to improve people's lives as they age and help build a better tomorrow for future generations. In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn, grow your network, and develop a diverse skillset while engaging in state advocacy, federal advocacy, and communications efforts. You will support our lobbying efforts in the General Assembly, contribute to our public communications and social media, and get an inside look at how the policymaking process works. We'll challenge you to think and work innovatively on real-world projects. The intern will be directed by the Associate State Directors for Advocacy and Communications and will support state and federal advocacy campaigns, voter education, outreach programs, and other local initiatives. AARP is committed to your growth and cultivating your continued learning and development. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of April 2025, with an option to continue throughout the year. Work hours are flexible during the school year and can be increased to full-time during summer. Responsibilities Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help promote policy issues on prescription drug affordability, family caregiving, long-term care, fraud prevention, health and welfare, and retirement security Support the advocacy and communications efforts to advance these issues, as well as relevant event Assist with tracking legislation and committee meetings, research policy issues, draft documents to support our outreach and advocacy efforts, participate in team meetings and strategy discussions, collaborate on communications tactics, and engage in a support role for various remote and in-person events Communicate with AARP members, media, and the public on video and digital media channels Develop content for the state office webpage, Facebook, Twitter, member emails, and e-newsletters; edit volunteer-written stories; create and edit videos; prepare and distribute news releases; and make media calls Analyze and prepare reports on social media engagement and performance Qualifications Must be enrolled at an accredited college/university as a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or post-doctoral student and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship; or, must have previously graduated from college and enrolled in a continuing education program In-office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise and the ability to work remotely 2-3 days per week 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 age, gender, race, and sexual orientation Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs Exceptional verbal/written communication skills, with knowledge of AP Style Familiarity with creating and editing videos and knowledge of multiple social media platforms AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time. Additional Requirements Regular and reliable job attendance Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds Hybrid Work Environment AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work 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, $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.