Advocacy Mobilization Intern

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 passionate about making a positive impact on society and looking for an opportunity to channel your energy towards a great cause? Well, we have some fantastic news for you! The AARP Mobilization Campaign team is seeking talented individuals like you to join our cause and help us create and execute various advocacy campaigns that drive meaningful change. As part of our team, you'll get to work on some of the most critical policy issues of our time - including voter engagement, Social Security, and family caregiving campaigns - and help build a brighter future for future generations! We're seeking innovative thinkers who are up for a challenge and ready to tackle real-world problems with creative solutions. And the best part? AARP is fully committed to your growth and development, so you'll have all the support you need to succeed. This paid internship is expected to start in Fall 2026. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and be a part of something truly amazing!

We receive emails from our activists who have engaged with us through our online advocacy program. We're looking for individuals who can help us find creative and innovative ways to modernize our response process and improve our speed of response. Help us revolutionize our response process and boost the speed of response to emails from our passionate activists.

• Support reporting efforts to help tell our story both internally and externally.
• Draft presentations and processes within brand guidelines; draft and review advocacy communications
• Draft compelling national advocacy text messages for AARP's priority issue campaigns, including voter engagement, social security, caregiving, prescription drugs, and more
• Work on special projects under our national and state advocacy email, text messaging, direct mail, and advocacy fundraising portfolios
• Assist with AARP's online event management and organizing tool, Mobilize America
• You'll dive into drafting presentations and processes within brand guidelines

• 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
• 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
• Exceptional verbal/written communication skills 
• This role has the option to be remote

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• Independent judgment in evaluation options to make sound decisions
• Home office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate home environment noise

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly range is $18.40 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