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Communications and Outreach Intern

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Houston, TX, USA
Internship

Do you have a passion for outreach and community engagement plus producing content (digital, print, and broadcast)? If you said yes then AARP in Houston has a fall internship for you. Our 5-person team is looking for a student with strong multi-media background and a track record of working in or with outreach and advocacy groups in Houston. Our fall intern will work at least 20 hours per week at our River Oaks office. This is a paid position with a competitive hourly rate.

We want someone who can work with teams and on their own, all the while, meeting deadlines and creating dynamically engaging content for digital, print and digital mediums.  This individual will also gain experience in planning and executing engaging events for Houston’s 50+ community and their families.  Bilingual candidates preferred but not required.

AARP's membership is aged 50+, but we work on issues that matter to all Texans. Join us in the fight to improve the lives of Texans age 50+ and their families.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Produce (research and plan), shoot, write and edit video profiles to be distributed via AARP Texas’ social media outlets 
  • Help plan and execute outreach and advocacy events  
  • Participate in other collaborative staff projects

With this intensive internship, you will come away with direct experience in creating and executing digital/broadcast content as well as a variety of other skills transferable to careers in digital media, outreach, and promotion. 

Educational Background: 
Interns must be currently enrolled in a degreed program at an accredited college or university; be in good academic standing; and be considered rising undergraduate juniors or seniors or rising first or second year graduate students.
Skills/Experience: 
  • 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. 

Organization Info

AARP

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Founded: 
1967
About Us
Mission: 

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all as we age. AARP champions positive social change and delivers value through advocacy, information, and service. AARP's vision is a society in which everyone lives with dignity and purpose, and fulfills their goals and dreams.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jun 30 2019
Active Until: 
Jul 30 2019
Hiring Organization: 
AARP
industry: 
Nonprofit