AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of nearly 38 million that helps people turn their goals and dreams into 'Real Possibilities' by changing the way America defines aging. With staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, AARP works to strengthen communities and promote the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare security, financial security and personal fulfillment. AARP also advocates for individuals in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the world’s largest circulation magazine, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.
Summary Statement
AARP California has an opening for a paid internship in our San Jose Office.
Responsibilities
This internship position will assist our Advocacy and Community Engagement strategies and agenda, focusing on housing, which includes:
- Building awareness of AARP’s Advocacy and Community Engagement work through coordination of activities and project management
- Engaging with community stakeholders, organizations, and elected officials
- Supporting volunteers and partner organizations
- Working on national and grassroots campaigns and initiatives
- Researching and sharing possible solutions to the housing crisis in Silicon Valley
- Convening and engaging public officials, community organizations, and coalitions to advance state and local advocacy issues pertaining to housing
- Researching issues on state and local initiatives related to housing
- Developing materials and writing reports (ie: infographics, fact sheets, PowerPoints, etc.)
Requirements
The ideal candidate will be a rising junior or senior pursuing a degree in public policy, urban planning, city planning, environmental science or related fields. Must have reliable transportation and available 20 to 25 hours a week.
Intern must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Additional requirements include:
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Able to handle multiple projects
- Team and detail oriented
- Excellent communication skills
- Enthusiasm about housing, urban development, and planning issues in Silicon Valley
- Event planning experience a plus.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Social Media Platforms (Twitter and Facebook)
Benefits Offered
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.