Business Operations Group
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’s Corporate Real Estate Team is looking for a year-round intern to support many aspects of the team including general project management, research and analysis, process improvement initiatives, and records management.
Responsibilities
The position involves lease and database review, client calls and generally assisting the Senior Advisor for Real Estate. The intern will be responsible for driving the research involved in identifying and analyzing lease documentation and work with other members of the team to ensure accuracy of databases. Candidate should be comfortable with interacting with lease-related partners, and possess good communication and conversational skills. There is a tremendous opportunity to be exposed to all facets of supporting a corporate real estate portfolio of approximately 100 locations.
Seeking detailed oriented candidate who is self- motivated, highly organized, energetic and ambitious. The intern will be encouraged to be creative, innovative and resourceful with a demonstrated ability to conduct research and establish and maintain tracking systems. The ideal candidate would be someone who has an interest in real estate, proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word and a personality type that leads to them to taking initiative on projects.
Requirements
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.
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
- Click APPLY to complete the online application and submit a current resume in response to this posting;
- Attach a copy of your transcript detailing the number of accumulated credits and your current GPA (a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required);
- 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)
- Be prepared to submit writing samples, if required for the position
Instructions for Uploading Your Documents
- Attach your resume as part of the online application
- Click the SUBMIT button at the end of the application
- Select VIEW SUBMITTED APPLICATION
- Select the MY ACTIVITIES
- Select “Add Attachment” under the section labeled COVER LETTERS & ATTACHMENTS
- Select the Attachment Type and list the Attachment Title
- Select Upload your document
- Select Save
- 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.