Training & Outreach Intern

Training & Outreach Intern (UNPAID) - (260002NX)

Description

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

Job Description:

EEA’s Human Resources Training and Outreach Department is responsible for assessing and responding to agency training needs and ensuring the development and delivery of EEA training programs. In addition to training and outreach initiatives, this department manages EEA’s Internship Program.   The Training & Outreach intern will provide assistance with the Summer/Fall Internship Programs, internship program engagement activities, administrative duties and outreach events. The intern will be an integral part of our Training & Outreach department and will work closely with all members of the team.

 Job Duties:

Assist with in-person and virtual intern engagement activities including orientations, final presentations, volunteer events, and site visits.

Assist with tracking internship job descriptions and ID verifications.

Support the development of content for the internship LinkedIn page, Teams page and other social media platforms.

Assist with development of internship program SharePoint page including content for posts and creative content such as graphics and video.

Assist in creating or updating training materials, guides, and job aids.

Attend department meetings and assist with preparation of meetings, trainings, or events.

Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

Highly organized with strong interpersonal communication, presentation and writing skills.

Microsoft office tools especially excel.

Experience with Smart Sheets or a willingness to learn.

Basic knowledge of graphic design and video editing a plus.

This internship is unpaid and designed to support students or recent graduates seeking practical experience in the field. Interns may be eligible to earn academic credit through their college or university.

Position Information:

Contracted Student Intern: Training & Outreach Intern

Start/End Date: 6/1/2026 - 8/14/2026

Weekly Hours: 22.5 hours

Number of Openings: 1 position

 Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Please see Preferred Qualifications.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

 Official Title: Contracted Student Interns

Primary Location

: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street

Job

: Environmental and Energy

Agency

: Exec Office Of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Schedule

: Part-time

Shift

: Day

Job Posting

: Mar 27, 2026, 12:22:30 PM

Number of Openings

: 1

Salary

:   21.00 Hourly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Melixza Esenyie / EEADiversity@mass.gov - 6178723270

Bargaining Unit: Non

Confidential: No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes