Job Title: Public Policy Intern I Job ID: 12459607 Job Function: Intern
Full/Part Time: Part-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Job Category:
Policy Location: Saint Paul, MN US Business Unit: States & Community
Engagement City: Saint Paul Business Unit Description AARP is a
nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of nearly 38
million that helps people turn their goals and dreams into 'Real
Possibilities' by changing the way America defines aging. With staffed
offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the
U.S. Virgin Islands, AARP works to strengthen communities and promote
the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare security,
financial security and personal fulfillment. AARP also advocates for
individuals in the marketplace by selecting products and services of
high quality and value to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for
news and information, AARP produces the worlds largest circulation
magazine, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. Summary Statement
Together with staff and volunteers, this intern supports AARP MNs
efforts to engage Minnesotans age 50+, especially AARP members, in our
mission to enhance the quality of life for all as we age. This paid
internship position focuses on achieving our public policy and advocacy
objectives leading up to the State Legislative Session through providing
vital support with coordination, research, issue tracking, member and
volunteer engagement/organizing efforts. Responsibilities * Assist in
planning and execution of advocacy and organizing strategies. * Assist
in executing voter engagement strategies. * Track identified key issues.
- Conduct research on identified issues, synthesize and report on
findings. * Assist with writing and deploying policy-related
communications to volunteers and e-activists. * Support volunteers and
e-activists with calls to action to their own legislators and
highlighting our priority issues in their own communities assist with
creating message framework, providing contextual information and
coaching as needed. * Schedule and/or attend meetings as assigned. *
Provide operational and administrative support for staff engaged in
campaign planning. * Other duties as assigned. Requirements Interns must
be currently enrolled in a degreed program at an accredited college or
university; maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0; and be considered
undergraduate juniors or seniors. Additional requirements: Interest in
public policy research and advocacy. Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
(Word, Excel, Power Point). Desired Qualifications: Previous experience
related to Public Policy. Previous administrative office experience.
Previous experience working/volunteering on issues related to or
directly with the 50+ population To Apply for this Opportunity Click
APPLY to complete the online application and submit a current resume in
response to this posting; Attach a copy of your transcript detailing the
number of accumulated credits and your current GPA (a minimum GPA of 3.0
is required); Be prepared to submit two letters of recommendation; which
can be from a college or university professor or a manager who is
familiar with your work (please note that we cannot complete the hiring
process without these references) Be prepared to submit writing samples,
if required for the position Instructions for Uploading Your Documents
Attach your resume as part of the online application Click the SUBMIT
button at the end of the application Select VIEW SUBMITTED APPLICATION
Select the MY ACTIVITIES Select "Add Attachment" under the section
labeled COVER LETTERS & ATTACHMENTS Select the Attachment Type and list
the Attachment Title Select Upload your document Select Save If
uploading multiple documents, repeat steps 5-8 Benefits Offered
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.