Advocacy and Outreach Intern

Responsibilities

Work with staff and volunteers to manage special projects, events, and special tasks Engage directly with volunteers and staff to represent AARP at local events, including meetings, public hearings, news conferences, and community events spotlighting AARP issues Work directly with volunteers and staff to build volunteer teams and identify local projects that align with AARP NM priorities to improve the lives of New Mexico’s 50+ and their families Support staff and volunteers to build strong volunteer teams and identify local projects that will advance AARP’s presence in targeted communities Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help promote policy issues and social mission programming Research policy issues, draft documents to support our advocacy efforts, participate in team meetings and strategy discussions, collaborate in communications tactics, and engage in support for various remote and in-person events. Work with staff to wri...