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Policy and Brain Health Intern

AARP

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 security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation’s largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.

AARP’s Policy, Research and International Affairs leads the development and communication of AARP’s public policies and, research and insights on the issues that matter to people 50-plus.

This policy intern works in Policy and Brain Health in AARP's Policy Research and International Affairs Department. Policy & Brain Health seeks to empower people to have healthier brains over their lifetimes. We work across the Enterprise to develop and implement policies that will reduce risks for cognitive decline, improve care and treatment for people living with dementia and their caregivers, and help inspire innovations for better treatment for brain health disorders. In addition to assisting in policy research, the intern will assist with a new public health campaign promoting brain health for people of all ages and among many different public and private sectors. Preference will be given to candidates who can start a part-time internship during their spring and fall semesters and work full-time during the summer of 2024.

Responsibilities

The Policy & Brain Health Intern may:

  • Contribute to several of AARP's current priority areas, including Brain Health, Caregiving, Health, Social Connections, Age and Dementia Friendly Communities, and Staying Sharp
  • Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help solve challenging public health challenges facing an aging population and their families
  • Develop presentations, prepare meeting materials, and work on expanding communications, outreach, and engagement on these issues through various print and social media
  • Conduct objective policy and scientific research from domestic and international sources
  • Analyze input, interpret research findings, and assist in the drafting of reports and other communication vehicles
  • Provide general support to the team, assisting with the planning and development of meetings, virtually attend external meetings and conferences, and report back on the issues
  • Assist in the collection and explanation of social impact metrics

Qualifications

  • Background in one or more areas: public health, neuroscience, aging, epidemiology, data analysis, health care, and health communications
  • Prospective interns must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university as rising undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or postdoctoral students and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
  • AARP also considers non-traditional interns looking to re-enter the workforce or change careers. This may include those who have previously graduated from college and enrolled in a continuing education program
  • 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 others on the team and external partners from diverse populations, including gender, race, and sexual orientation
  • Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs 

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

Additional Requirements

  • Regular and reliable job attendance
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • 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

Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA)

AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as telecommuting workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work and telecommuting 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.

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