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Community Intern I

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San Diego, CA, USA
Internship

 

AARP California has an opening for a paid internship in our San Diego Office.

Areas of Responsibility: 

This internship position will assist our Advocacy and Community Engagement strategies and agenda, which includes:

  • Building awareness of AARP’s Advocacy and Community Engagement work through coordination of activities and project management
  • Supporting volunteers and partner organizations
  • Working on national and grassroots campaigns and initiatives
  • Providing education to help the 50+ audience learn how to stay in their homes and communities
  • Convening and engaging public officials, community organizations, and coalitions to advance state and local advocacy issues
  • Researching issues related to state and local initiatives
  • Developing materials and writing reports (ie: infographics, fact sheets, PowerPoints, etc.)
Educational Background: 
Interns must be currently enrolled in a degreed program at an accredited college or university; maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0; and be considered rising undergraduate juniors or seniors.
Desired majors include public policy, urban planning, political science, gerontology or related fields.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Detail-oriented
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
  • Able to handle multiple projects
  • Event planning
  • Team oriented
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Social Media Platforms (Twitter and Facebook)

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: 
Aug 13 2018
Active Until: 
Sep 14 2018
Hiring Organization: 
AARP
industry: 
Nonprofit