Advocacy & Community Outreach Intern: Policy & Engagement

AARP; Washington; On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AARP Washington Team is offering a Fall 2026 internship for students interested in advocacy, public policy, and community engagement. The internship runs through the end of the year with potential extension.

Responsibilities include policy research, event planning and partner coordination, plus creating visuals for events. The role offers professional growth and hands-on experience in a dynamic nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a degree program and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship.
• Rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or post-doctoral students.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Apply strategic and analytical thinking to promote AARP WA policy issues.
• Assist community engagement activities, event planning, and partner coordination.
• Research policy issues and draft documents; participate in meetings and tactics.
• Design basic visuals for events and promotions (flyers, images).
• Develop knowledge and compile information on priority issues.
• Coordinate volunteer outreach, attend meetings, and handle correspondence.
• Provide excellent customer service and build relationships with partners.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Project management

Time management

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Education

Enrollment in accredited college/university (undergrad/grad)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Job description

AARP Washington Team is offering a Fall 2026 internship for students interested in advocacy, public policy, and community engagement. The internship runs through the end of the year with potential extension.

Responsibilities include policy research, event planning and partner coordination, plus creating visuals for events. The role offers professional growth and hands-on experience in a dynamic nonprofit environment.