Strategic Communications Intern (Summer)
About The Position
AARP is seeking a detail-oriented, creative, and driven student interested in strategic communications and storytelling for a Summer 2026 internship. The intern will support the Strategic Communications Team by collaborating with Strategy Directors on projects that shape messaging and support communications planning across key initiatives. This role offers hands-on experience in developing written content, crafting messaging frameworks, and contributing to report writing, as well as supporting project management. The internship also provides an opportunity to explore emerging tools like AI in communications and apply innovative thinking to real-world challenges. AARP is committed to the intern's growth and professional development.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university as a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or postdoctoral student, and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
- Pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related fields
- Must be a self-starter and adaptable, with the ability to work under tight deadlines
- Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate project needs, and discern work priorities
- Ability to work well with diverse populations, including gender, race, and sexual orientation
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Excellent writing skills
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
Responsibilities
- Engage in developing communications strategies that support strategic planning process
- Assist as needed with writing, editing, including message development
- Apply innovative thinking and problem-solving to challenges in a matrix environment
- Assist in analysis of campaigns and telling the story of learnings and successes
- Assist in creating eye-catching presentations
- Participate in team meetings and strategy discussions, collaborate in communications tactics, and engage in a support role for various remote and in-person events
Benefits
- Paid internship
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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