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Communications and Livability InternAARP • Anchorage, AK, United States
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Communications and Livability Intern

Communications and Livability Intern

AARP • Anchorage, AK, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Overview

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.

Are you a creative social media whiz, writer, policy wonk, or designer looking for a paid internship? Are you interested in making Anchorage (and Alaska) a better place for people of all ages? We're looking for you! AARP Alaska is seeking a communications and livable communities intern starting in January 2026, with the possibility of extending for additional semesters. You will have the power to shape this internship based on your skills and interests. The most important quality will be a passion for sharing information, resources, and opportunities with Alaskans 50+ and helping volunteers make their communities great places for all ages to live, work, and play. Join our team!

Responsibilities

  • Creating content for the AARP Alaska blog and external publications, including articles, press releases, editorials and more
  • Collecting and compiling information for a monthly volunteer newsletter
  • Assisting with the development and execution of social media and email communications designed to increase AARP Alaska's impact and relevance
  • Creating fun, interesting, and engaging content for use on social media
  • Supporting our Age-Friendly volunteer teams in Anchorage, Juneau, and Fairbanks, including notetaking for meetings and research as needed
  • Assisting volunteers in planning and hosting AARP Alaska events in Anchorage and Mat-Su
  • Providing support to the staff in the AARP Alaska office to plan, promote, and host events, as well as organizing data and promotional items
Qualifications
  • Prospective interns must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university, be considered rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post-doctoral students, and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
  • Undergraduate (junior or senior) or graduate student
  • 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 from college and enrolled in a continuing education program
  • Must be proficient in Facebook and Twitter. The use of other social media/blog interface tools is a huge plus
  • Fluency in Microsoft Office programs
  • Proficiency in the use of various technological tools, including cameras, microphones, lights, tablets, smartphones, and editing software, is a plus
  • Excellent research and writing skills, with keen proofreading skills
  • Available to work 15-40 hours per week
  • The internship will require someone dependable, professional, efficient, able to juggle multiple projects and prioritize tasks, as well as handle working on deadlines, sometimes on short notice
AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

Additional Requirements
  • Regular and reliable job attendance
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
  • Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
  • In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
  • Home office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate home environment noise


Hybrid Work Environment
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.

Compensation and Benefits

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.

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.
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