Government Affairs Intern

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.

AARP’s Community, State and National Affairs (CSN) Group includes Government Relations, Programs, Volunteer Engagement, Community Outreach and Advocacy at the federal, state and local levels. It delivers on AARP’s social mission by educating and engaging people 50-plus and their families, strengthening communities, and championing issues that help give people financial and health security.

Are you an enthusiastic, analytical, and results-driven student interested in government relations? The AARP Government Affairs Livable Communities Team is looking for you! Our team leads AARP's federal, state, and local public policy advocacy in housing, transportation, utilities, and high-speed internet 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 cultivating your continued learning and development. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of Fall 2024 and will continue through the end of the year, with a possible extension into 2025.

Responsibilities

• Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help promote policy issues related to housing, transportation, utilities, and high-speed internet
• Assist with regulatory, legislative, and other public policy-related analysis and writing as directed by subject matter experts
• Support the development and implementation of advocacy strategies to advance AARP's Livable Communities public policy agenda
• Assist with tracking and reporting of rulemaking, legislative decisions, hearings, meetings, and other policy-making activities
• Research policy issues, draft documents to support AARP's advocacy efforts, participate in team meetings and strategy discussions, collaborate on advocacy tactics, and support various remote and in-person events
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Qualifications

• Preference for law school or graduate student enrolled in a Master of Public Administration or Public Policy program
• Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college/university, rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post-doctoral students and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship, or must have previously graduated from college and enrolled in a continuing education program
• Must be a self-starter and adaptable 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
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Familiarity with creating presentation decks and knowledge of multiple social media platforms is a plus
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AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

Additional Requirements

• 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
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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.