What is a Research Analyst at AARP?
At AARP, the role of a Research Analyst is pivotal to the organization's mission of empowering people to choose how they live as they age. This is not merely a back-office data role; it is a strategic position that directly influences policy advocacy, member value, and product development for the 50-plus demographic. You will be working within a robust research ecosystem—often aligned with the Policy, Research and International Affairs (PRI) group or the Market Research team—to generate insights that drive decision-making across the enterprise.
In this position, you are expected to execute rigorous research projects that help AARP understand the needs, behaviors, and attitudes of older adults. Whether you are analyzing healthcare trends, financial security data, or consumer behavior, your work provides the evidentiary foundation for AARP’s lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill and its service offerings to millions of members. You will translate complex datasets into compelling narratives that stakeholders—from internal executives to external policymakers—can easily understand and act upon.


