<p>Overview</p> <p>AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin.</p> <p>Are you a creative, passionate, and results-driven student interested in community outreach and event planning? The AARP Pennsylvania State Office is looking for you! Our team creates and executes various projects to improve people's lives as they age and help build a better tomorrow for future generations by engaging members and volunteers in AARP's mission. We'll challenge you to think and work innovatively on real-world projects. AARP is committed to your growth and cultivating your continued learning and development. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of Spring 2026 and will continue through the end of the year.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Work with staff and volunteer leaders to engage members and recruit volunteers across the state, supporting outreach and engagement goals </li><li>Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help develop tools, resources, and approaches that strengthen member and volunteer engagement and improve program outcomes </li><li>Assist with internal communication strategies and processes that support volunteers and their related programs, ensuring clarity and consistency </li><li>Support coordination of volunteer outreach activities, attend volunteer meetings, and assist with correspondence and follow-up to maintain strong connections </li><li>Provide outstanding service, demonstrate professionalism, and build collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partner </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college/university rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post-doctoral students and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship or must have previously graduated from college and enrolled in a continuing education program </li><li>Must be a self-starter and adaptable, with the ability to work under tight deadlines </li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate project needs, and discern work priorities </li><li>Ability to work well with diverse populations, including gender, race, and sexual orientation </li><li>Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs </li><li>Familiarity with multiple social media platforms is a plus </li><li>Bi-lingual in Spanish is a plus </li></ul> <p>AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.</p> <p>Additional Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Regular and reliable job attendance </li><li>Effective verbal and written communication skills </li><li>Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships </li><li>Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions </li><li>In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise </li><li>Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds </li></ul> <p>Hybrid Work Environment</p> <p>AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.</p> <p>Compensation and Benefits</p> <p>The hourly range is $18 for undergraduates, $21 for graduate students, and $28 for Ph.D. candidates. Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity</p> <p>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.</p>