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Integrated Communications and Engagement Intern
AARP —Columbus, OH
- $18 - $28 an hour
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Office
- Internship
College Intern - Visual Communications
State of Ohio - Public Safety —Columbus, OH
- $16.93 - $20.59 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Marketing
- Office
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
Marketing-Email Intern
Nationwide Children's Hospital —Columbus, OH
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- Microsoft Office
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2026 Fall College Sports Intern
USA TODAY Co. —Columbus, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Driver's License
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Videographer & Content Editor Intern
Lower —Columbus, OH
- Part-time
- Office
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Content Intern
Nationwide Children's Hospital —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Office
- Children
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Communications & Public Relations Intern (Fall 2026)
American Municipal Power, Inc —Columbus, OH
- Office
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Marketing Intern
Michael Malul —Whitehall, OH
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Marketing
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Marketing Manager Intern
RestoreTech 360 —Columbus, OH
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
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- Communication skills
- Work from home
- Flexible schedule
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Victory Lap Social Media & Events Fall Intern - Sports & Hospitality
LV Collective —Columbus, OH
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Marketing
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2026 Greif Foundation Intern
Greif —Delaware, OH
- $24.18 - $41.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Marketing
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Paid time off
Scoreboard Operations Internship
Columbus Crew —Columbus, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Internship
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Integrated Communications and Engagement Intern
AARP —Columbus, OH
Pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field. The intern will help bring AARP Ohio’s work to life through compelling digital…
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Integrated Communications and Engagement Intern
AARP —Columbus, OH
The intern will help bring AARP Ohio’s work to life through compelling digital content and on-the-ground event support, contributing to integrated campaigns…
$18 - $28 an hour
College Intern - Visual Communications
State of Ohio - Public Safety —Columbus, OH
Update existing design templates with new content or branding or leadership elements. Works on team projects, as well as independent projects.
$16.93 - $20.59 an hour

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Integrated Communications and Engagement Intern

AARP -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Internship
$18 - $28 an hour

Qualifications

LinkedIn
Some college
Community engagement experience
Social media engagement tracking
Social media event promotion
Marketing
Public awareness campaigns
Event planning
Social media community building
Social media graphic design
Email content marketing
Key Performance Indicators
Decision making
Content performance analytics
Video communication
Visual communication design
Brand storytelling
Journalism
Communications
Event photography
Presentation creation
Facebook
Productivity software
Social media content videography
Digital marketing performance monitoring
Digital marketing asset design projects
Instagram
Communication skills
Technical Proficiency
Event promotion

Full Job Description

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.

The AARP Ohio team seeks a creative and execution-oriented Integrated Communications and Engagement Intern to support digital communications, social media, and event-based storytelling. This role offers hands-on experience across content creation, audience engagement, and event promotion. The intern will help bring AARP Ohio’s work to life through compelling digital content and on-the-ground event support, contributing to integrated campaigns that connect with communities across the state. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of Fall 2026 and will run through the end of the year, with the possibility of extending additional semesters.

Responsibilities:

Create and schedule social media content aligned with advocacy campaigns and community engagement efforts
Support planning and promotion of events through email, social media, and communications toolkits
Capture and produce real-time content at events (photo, video, short-form storytelling)
Assist in maintaining and executing the social media content calendar
Develop graphics and visual assets using PowerPoint, Canva, Adobe, Capcut, or similar tools
Support email marketing and digital communications efforts
Track and report on social and digital performance metrics
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to support campaign execution

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, and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
Pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
Familiarity with Canva, Adobe, or similar design tools
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to work well with diverse populations, including age, gender, race, and sexual orientation
Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs; familiarity with analytics tools is a plus

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 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

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