The Intern will work in AARP Policy, Research and International (“PRI”), supporting communications and other projects in the office of the Chief Public Policy Officer. This position reports to the Director, Communications Integration for PRI and will work with a team of communications and policy professionals.
Areas of Responsibility:
Specifically, the intern will contribute to PRI’s integration and communications efforts across six departments. Primary duties will include:
- Supporting the development of content (blogs, articles, speeches, talking points, visual presentations) on issues related to aging in the U.S. and globally, and the impact on and opportunities related to retirement savings, the workforce, community living, and health, among other areas. Includes drafting content, tracking content development pipeline, cataloging content by issues area, and performing research for content development.
- Preparing briefing materials for speaking engagements.
- Tracking team workplans and the PRI content pipeline.
- Setting up and supporting team and group meetings, as well as supporting external events.
- Special projects as assigned.
The ideal candidate will be highly organized; have excellent written and verbal communications skills; and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Educational Background:
Interns must be currently enrolled in a degreed program at an accredited college or university; and be considered rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post doctorate 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.
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Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jan 23 2019
Active Until:
Feb 23 2019
Hiring Organization:
AARP
industry:
Nonprofit