Digital Engagement Intern

AARP•Montgomery, AL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. The AARP Alabama team seeks a Digital Engagement Intern to join our energetic team and assist with social media, content creation, and graphic design focused on key issues such as caregiving, financial security, and more. This is a paid internship with an anticipated start date in Fall 2026, and it will last through the end of the year, with the possibility of extending into additional semesters.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university
Considered a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or post-doctoral student, and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
Pursuing a degree in communications, public policy, marketing, or related fields
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, computer, and creative digital content skills required
Highly organized orientation and time management skills required
Proven ability to handle multiple projects, work independently with minimum direction, and work as a member or leader of a team
Demonstrated ability to work on fast-paced, time-sensitive matters with internal and external constituents
Ability to utilize available technology to perform position responsibilities
Regular and reliable job attendance
Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Canva, Streamyard, and other video editing apps is helpful

Responsibilities

Plan and create social media content, which includes designing compelling graphics and videos
Support and create virtual events and multimedia projects that support AARP AL’s social mission work
Assist with editorial planning, content management and scheduling, and channel management
Assist with reporting and data analysis
Assist with website management
Monitor posts and respond promptly to all questions and comments
Work with the Communications Director to ensure brand consistency