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AARP · 1 month ago

Brand and Social Media Intern

Washington, DC, United States

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18/hr - $28/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older. The Brand and Social Media Intern will support the Brand Social Media team in developing and publishing content across AARP's social media platforms, engaging with audiences, and analyzing performance metrics.

ElderlyNon ProfitSocial Impact

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist with writing and scheduling social media posts, and daily editorial calendar management

Support the development and implementation of social media content and campaigns supporting AARP issue areas and other priority programs

Monitor social media channels to identify community engagement opportunities

Track and analyze key metrics, and report on content and campaign performance

Research and report on the latest social media trends and best practices to inform strategy

Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Social media proficiencyCommunications degreeMarketing knowledgeContent creationMicrosoft OfficeDiversity awarenessAdaptabilityProject management

Required

The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university; be considered 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, social media, 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

Familiarity with social media platforms is required

Regular and reliable job attendance

Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships

In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise