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Venture Studio Intern (Spring 2027)
Washington, DC, United States
Source: AARP careers · View original posting
- Pay
- $21 — $21 USD per hour
Employer job description
From AARP's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
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 a creative, passionate, and results-driven student interested in market research, analysis, new product development, and consulting?
The AgeTech Venture Studio at AARP is looking for you! The AgeTech Venture Studio is building the capability to deliver bespoke human-centered design engagements and rapid prototyping of products for AARP Business Units to help them solve challenges related to the 50+ market and deliver value to AARP members and non-members. This paid internship is expected to start in January 2027, with an option to continue throughout the year.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with project teams, assisting with new product development phases (in many cases utilizing AI tools) from concept design to prototyping
- Review and synthesize AgeTech and industry research and draft documents to summarize learnings
- Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help develop insights and identify new opportunity areas
- Support development of early prototypes
- Participate in team meetings and strategy discussions and engage in a support role for various remote and in-person workshops
Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college/university as a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or postdoctoral student, and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
- Interest in and/ or experience in new product development and UI/UX
- 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
- Solid communicator and creative thinker with an ability to use both data and intuition to inform decisions
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs; vibe coding and experience using AI tools desired.
- Familiarity with online research tools such as SurveyMonkey and similar AARP proprietary tools
- AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.
- Additional Requirements
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
- In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
- 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
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly range is $18.40 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
Responsibilities
- Work directly with project teams, assisting with new product development phases (in many cases utilizing AI tools) from concept design to prototyping
- Review and synthesize AgeTech and industry research and draft documents to summarize learnings
- Apply strategic, analytical, and creative thinking to help develop insights and identify new opportunity areas
- Support development of early prototypes
- Participate in team meetings and strategy discussions and engage in a support role for various remote and in-person workshops
Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college/university as a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or postdoctoral student, and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
- Interest in and/ or experience in new product development and UI/UX
- 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
- Solid communicator and creative thinker with an ability to use both data and intuition to inform decisions
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office programs; vibe coding and experience using AI tools desired.
- Familiarity with online research tools such as SurveyMonkey and similar AARP proprietary tools
- AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.
- Additional Requirements
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
- In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
- 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
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly range is $18.40 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
Employer application notice
Equal opportunity and accommodations
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.
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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