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Human Resources Intern | 2026 Treasury Summer Internship Program

CompanyCommonwealth of Massachusetts
LocationBoston
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 15, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support onboarding and orientation, work on employee program initiatives, and contribute to evaluating and enhancing company policies. They will also gather data related to recruitment and employee programming.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
444
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
37 hours
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About The Company
MassDEP serves the Commonwealth by protecting natural resource areas that involve water, land and air. MassDEP is responsible for ensuring clean air and water, safe management and recycling of solid and hazardous wastes, timely cleanup of hazardous waste sites and spills, and the preservation of wetlands and coastal resources. MassDEP enforces environmental laws, provides technical assistance to cities and towns, issues permits and licenses for activities near sensitive resources, inspects contaminated site cleanups, and partners with other federal and state agencies, municipal officials and environmental stakeholders.
About the Role

About the Office of the Massachusetts State Treasurer and Receiver General (“Treasury”)

Our mission is to manage and safeguard the State's public deposits and investments through sound business practices for the exclusive benefits of our citizens, and perform these duties with integrity, excellence, and leadership. Additionally, we strive to provide economic opportunity, stability, and security for every Massachusetts resident.

We are committed to excellence in recruiting, hiring, and retaining diverse and qualified individuals. We value a culture of diversity and professionalism in the workplace and strongly believe that our workforce should reflect our community. In this role, the intern will work closely with the Human Resources team in the day-to-day tasks of the department.

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Program Duration: June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026.

We’re Looking for Someone:

  • Enrolled in an Undergraduate, Master’s or MBA degree program. A focus in Human Resources or Organization Management is a plus.

  • Strong verbal and writing skills.

  • Possess a demonstrated ability to work effectively on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

  • Ability to perform duties professionally with discretion and confidentiality as needed.

  • Ability to work as a strong team member in addition to working independently when needed.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

Human Resources General Intern Responsibilities:

  • Support Onboarding and Orientation by providing engaging and personal onboarding experience.

  • Work closely with individual members of the HR team on designing, preparing, executing, delivering employee program and engagement initiatives.

  • Contribute to evaluating, developing and enhancing company policies as necessary.

  • Research and propose new areas of employee training needs.

  • Gather and compile data related to recruitment, retention, and employee programming.

  • Contribute to the Human Resources Department’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) strategic plan goals.

  • Contribute to the Human Resources Department’s recruitment process and outreach strategic plan goals.

Other Responsibilities:

  • Assist in general office duties, such as typing, scanning, filing, etc.

  • Other HR duties as assigned.

  • Completing ad-hoc projects as needed



Qualifications:

  • Excellent oral and written communications skills;

  • Strong organizational skills and work ethic;

  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously;

  • Ability to handle confidential information in a responsible and sensitive manner; and

  • Proficient in using graphic design & illustration software and Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.

  • Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within teams

Program Benefits:

  • Professional Development: Gain valuable hands-on experience in a HR work setting.

  • Mentorship: Work closely with seasoned HR professionals who will provide guidance, support, and mentorship to help you succeed in your role and future career endeavors.

  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals across various departments, expanding your network within the agency and gaining insights into different facets working in public service.

  • Future Opportunities: Open doors to potential future opportunities within the organization, as successful completion of the internship may lead to consideration for permanent roles or extended responsibilities.

Application:

We are committed to advancing the experience of students in the workplace. To be considered for an internship with the Treasury Office, you must submit the following:

  • Complete the application form via MassCareers

Work Schedule:

The internship program will allow you to work Monday through Friday (except for holidays) for a minimum of 15 hours to a maximum of 37.5 hours a work week from June to August over a 10-week timeframe. You must also be able to travel to the Boston Office location a minimum of 1-2 times a week based on your work schedule.

Please note that the exact schedule will be determined after a discussion with the direct supervisor.

Compensation:

  • High School Interns: $20/hour

  • Undergraduate Interns: $22/hour

  • Graduate Interns: $24/hour

Number of Vacancies: 1

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 10lbs

  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time

An Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Office of the State Treasurer and Receiver General 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.

Employment Eligibility Regarding Family Members:

Please note that the Office of the State Treasurer and Receiver General will not consider family members of current employees as eligible for employment. Family members shall include an employee’s spouse, brother, sister, children, stepchildren, parents, stepparents, sister/brother-in-law, daughter/son-in-law or an individual residing in an employee’s household.

Key Skills
Human ResourcesOrganization ManagementVerbal SkillsWriting SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointConfidentialityTeamworkIndependent WorkGraphic DesignIllustration Software
Categories
Human ResourcesGovernment & Public Sector
Benefits
Professional DevelopmentMentorshipNetworking OpportunitiesFuture Opportunities