Communications and Outreach Intern
AARP
Hawaii, United StatesFresherJust nowvia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year
- Must know
- MarketingMicrosoft OfficeHRIS
- Nice to have
- Social media
- Work
- Hybrid in Hawaii · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Marketing96%Social media41%Microsoft Office28%of 109 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 6, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
AARP Hawai'i is seeking a creative, passionate, and results-driven student for a Communications and Outreach Intern position. This paid internship offers the opportunity to work on real-world projects, think and work innovatively, and contribute to communications, marketing, and community outreach efforts. AARP is committed to intern growth and continued learning. The internship starts in January 2027 and can continue through the end of the year, with potential for extension.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in communications/marketing efforts through written news releases, flyers, social media video posts, and video news releases
- Provide social media support, help create compelling content, and manage and schedule social media posts
- Prepare e-mail newsletter content to promote AARP Hawai`i events that fit template requirements
- Engage volunteers in advocacy, community outreach, and communications activities
- Help facilitate virtual and in-person events and Facebook live-streaming
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Familiarity with creating and editing videos is a plus
- Knowledge of multiple social media platforms is a plus
Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university as a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or postdoctoral student
- Must remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
- Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate project needs, and discern work priorities
- Must be a self-starter and adaptable, with the ability to work under tight deadlines
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
- Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
- In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
Hybrid Work Environment
- Mondays and Fridays are observed as remote workdays, except for essential functions.
- Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.
Compensation
- Undergraduates: $18/hour
- Graduate students: $21/hour
- Ph.D. candidates: $28/hour
- Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.