Content Creation and Research Intern

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Job Description Summary

Internships are short-term work experiences for a designated period of time that allow college students the opportunity to observe and participate in the professional work environment, to explore how his/her interests relate to possible careers, and to gain practical experience in an industry relating to their field of study.

Job Description

Transamerica Institute® is a nonprofit, private operating foundation dedicated to identifying, researching, and educating the public about retirement security and the intersections of health and financial well-being. It is the parent organization of Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies® (TCRS), which conducts one of the largest and longest-running annual retirement surveys of its kind.

Our mission is to empower people to make informed decisions about matters that can enhance their lives – covering areas such as health and wellness, employment, caregiving, financial literacy, positive longevity, and retirement. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. Through our research publications, educational content, website, and social media channels, we highlight key trends, issues, and opportunities. We also build collaborations with academics, nonprofits, and other organizations on travel and healthy aging, age-friendly employers, and workplace wellness.

Job Description:

**Please include a link to your portfolio or at least 3 samples of your social media/writing content creation work.**

The Content Creation and Research Intern will support the Transamerica Institute and TCRS in their research and outreach on healthy aging, personal finance, and retirement. The candidate will assist with creating various types of digital and web content including research reports, educational articles, social media posts, and more.  

Responsibilities include:

• Support with creation of research reports and communications pieces utilizing PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Canva. Materials include comprehensive reports with extensive charts and graphs, white papers, consumer guides, fact sheets, infographics, and shareable images, which are for publication to external audiences and can be found on www.transamericainstitute.org.
• Assist with social media by creating shareable graphics, drafting content copy, and curating media coverage for our channels on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X (@TI_insights and @TCRStudies).
• Assist with educational content creation by providing research and supporting facts, editing articles, and supporting basic search engine optimization (SEO) like keyword research.
• Conduct secondary research on current trends and topics related to the Institute’s mission by identifying and reviewing publications from academia, think tanks, governments, and other nonprofit organizations.
• Collaborate with public relations team to broaden reach of our research and content.
• Take an active role in fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, transparency, accountability, and trust.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in gerontology, marketing, PR, communications, English, public policy, or a related field. Internships are not available for students who have completed their college education or who will graduate prior to the conclusion of the internship.
• Knowledge or interest in areas of public health, health promotion, finances, financial literacy, healthy aging, retirement security, gerontology, etc.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
• Strong Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel skills.
• Strong written communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience executing social media campaigns, creating graphic content, and utilizing scheduling tools.
• Ability to work independently, as well as take direction, and collaborate in a remote environment.

Working Conditions:

• The hourly commitment during the school year is approximately 20-25 hours per week, and approximately 40 hours per week during the summer.
• Remote working environment. High-speed internet is required.
• Company-provided laptop and monitor.

Compensation:

The salary for this position is $20.00 per hour.  Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote), and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Disclaimer:
Beware of fake job offers!

We’ve been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:

• We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
• Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer—not through text or email.

Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

What We Offer  

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

Compensation Benefits 

• Competitive Pay 

• Bonus for Eligible Employees 

Benefits Package 

• Pension Plan 

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits 

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars 

• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Back-Up Care Program

• PTO for Volunteer Hours

• Employee Matching Gifts Program

• Employee Resource Groups

• Inclusion and Diversity Programs

• Employee Recognition Program

• Referral Bonus Programs

Inclusion & Diversity  

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. 

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. 

Giving Back  

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.     

Transamerica’s Parent Company  

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has  grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.   

* As of December 31, 2023