Outreach Intern (St. Louis Area)

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, passionate, and results-driven student interested in community outreach and event planning? The AARP Missouri Team is looking for you! Our team creates and executes various events and projects to improve people's lives as they age and help build a better tomorrow for future generations. We'll challenge you to think and work innovatively on real-world projects. AARP is committed to your growth and to cultivating your continued learning and development. This paid remote internship has an anticipated start date of Fall 2026 and will run through the end of the year, with the possibility of extending additional semesters. This position is remote; however, candidates must be located in the St. Louis, MO area.

Responsibilities

Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to promote AARP MO policy issues, including caregiving, healthcare, financial security, consumer protection, and fraud Assist in all aspects of community engagement activities, both virtual and in-person, including event planning, coordinating with community partners, and prepping event materials Support the coordination of volunteer outreach programming, attend volunteer meetings, and assist with volunteer correspondence Provide outstanding customer service, be an enthusiastic professional, and build re