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 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.

Are you ready to take the next step in a purposeful, fun, and creative way? AARP California is looking for an intern to be a part of the state team, working directly with staff, volunteer leaders, and community partners. An internship with AARP California offers opportunities for innovation, creativity, professional growth, and working with a diverse team and audiences. We are looking for interns who share our passion for improving local communities through advocacy, outreach, education, and volunteer service. This remote paid internship has an anticipated start date of Spring 2026, with the possibility of extending additional semesters.

Hybrid Work Environment

AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the state of California. 

• Building awareness of AARP’s Advocacy work through the coordination of activities and project management, including special projects
• Virtual engagement with community partnerships
• Supporting volunteers and partner organizations
• Working on national and grassroots campaigns and initiatives
• Providing education to help the 50+ audience learn how to stay in their homes and communities
• Convening and engaging public officials, community organizations, and coalitions virtually to advance state and local advocacy issues
• Researching issues related to state and local policy issues
• Developing materials and writing reports (i.e., PowerPoints)

• 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, or must have previously graduated from college and enrolled in a continuing education program
• Pursuing a degree in public policy, urban planning, political science, gerontology, or related fields
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Able to handle multiple projects
• Team oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, social media, and virtual platforms

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

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 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.