Experience Corps Year-Long Intern I (DC Branch)

Business Unit Description

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.

AARP Foundation is AARP’s 501 c3 charitable affiliate.  We are a public charity with revenue from federal agencies, corporations, foundations and individuals.  AARP Foundation’s vision is a country free of poverty where no older person feels vulnerable.  Staff are located in Washington DC and throughout the US. 

Every year, AARP Foundation helps millions of struggling older adults 50 and over win back opportunity by being a force for change on the most serious issues they face each day.  Through the Foundation’s many groundbreaking and innovative programs and services, we create and advance effective solutions to meet their basic needs for nutritious food, safe and affordable housing, adequate income and much-needed personal connections.

Summary Statement

The AARP Foundation’s Experience Corps is looking for a star intern to join its headquarters team in Washington, DC. The student intern will receive a rich overview of this AARP Foundation program that provides reading interventions in predominantly urban elementary schools and will gain insights into how we engage the community, business and other external groups in reaching our goals. The position is hands on and the intern should come prepared to learn and apply a variety of interpersonal, time management and organizational skills to name a few.

Responsibilities

As an integral part of our team, the intern will have responsibility in the following areas:

• Provide data entry and analysis support;
• Update social media pages;
• Produce a monthly or bi-monthly Newsletter (collecting stories, writing, editing etc.)
• Identify projects for service initiatives such as M L King Day, AmeriCorps service week etc.;
• Coordinate multiple projects such as school book drives & book distributions;
• Create and update Word documents, Power Point & Excel spreadsheets to meet various needs;
• Create toolboxes with educational resources;
• Respond to email messages using correct departmental protocols;
• Provide research for  educational materials and resources to be used by volunteers;
• Assist with the preparation of materials for training sessions;
• Event planning and execution;
• Volunteer outreach.

Requirements

Interns must be currently enrolled in a degreed program at an accredited college or university; maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.  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. 

To Apply for this Opportunity

1. Click APPLY to complete the online application and submit a current resume in response to this posting;
2. Attach a copy of your transcript detailing the number of accumulated credits and your current GPA (a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required);
3. Be prepared to submit two letters of recommendation; which can be from a college or university professor or a manager who is familiar with your work (please note that we cannot complete the hiring process without these references)
4. Be prepared to submit writing samples, if required for the position

Instructions for Uploading Your Documents

1. Attach your resume as part of the online application
2. Click the SUBMIT button at the end of the application
3. Select VIEW SUBMITTED APPLICATION
4. Select the MY ACTIVITIES
5. Select “Add Attachment” under the section labeled COVER LETTERS & ATTACHMENTS
6. Select the Attachment Type and list the Attachment Title
7. Select Upload your document
8. Select Save
9. If uploading multiple documents, repeat steps 5-8

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.