Policy & Planning Intern

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.

About DOER

The Department of Energy Resources’ (DOER) mission is to create a clean, affordable, resilient, and equitable energy future for all in the Commonwealth. As the State Energy Office, DOER is the primary energy policy agency for the Commonwealth. DOER supports the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals as part of a comprehensive Administration-wide response to the threat of climate change. DOER focuses on transitioning our energy supply to lower emissions, reducing and shaping energy demand, and improving our energy system infrastructure. To meet our objectives, DOER connects and collaborates with energy stakeholders to develop effective policy. DOER implements this policy through planning, regulation, and providing funding. DOER provides tools to individuals, organizations, and communities to support their clean energy goals. DOER is committed to transparency and education, supporting the accessible access to energy information and knowledge. 

Job Description

DOER is looking for a motivated candidate with an interest in energy policy, the clean energy transition, policy analysis, data analysis, and state government functions. The internship will provide an excellent opportunity to learn about energy policy, develop policy and data analysis skills, gain experience working on a team, and build a network in the clean energy and policy sector. The Intern will be given opportunities to shadow Division staff and managers in internal and external meetings to learn about DOER’s work.

The Policy, Planning, and Analysis Division supports the DOER's energy policy work through research and analysis. The Policy Intern will support the Division’s work on energy affordability and energy burden, grid modernization, and clean energy supply policy. Projects for the Policy Intern will be based on Division needs but can take into account Intern interests and skills. Projects may include: 

• Drafting policy memos and conducting data analysis regarding energy affordability implications of different electric rate design changes.

• Conducting policy analysis regarding electric utility’s proposed electric vehicle charging infrastructure investments to support transportation electrification.

• Conducting policy analysis regarding data governance structures for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) databases.

• Evaluating new regulatory frameworks for networked geothermal heating systems.

• Analyzing utility proposals for strategic electrification pilot projects.

• Other possible projects to meet Division needs.
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Assist with internal DOER policy recommendations and external deliverables.

• Provide analysis of external studies related to DOER's positions and present these findings to DOER staff.

• Participate in team meetings and policy development exercises.

• Collaborate with multiple DOER staff members to inform policy research and development.

• Analyze policy, legislative, and regulatory data and information to drive policy and planning priorities and initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• General knowledge of clean energy, electricity, and decarbonization.

• Knowledge of public policy, energy policy, planning, or data analysis.

• Demonstrated qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.

• Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to work independently, problem solve and manage multiple tasks.

• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with team members.

Other relevant information:   

• Hourly rate: $18.00/hour for College Undergraduate Students and $28.00/hour for Graduate Students.

• Internship duration:  June 1, 2026 – August 14, 2026

• Hours per week: Full time – 37.5 hours per week 

• This position is partially remote with a hybrid schedule that includes a minimum of one day in-office per week 

Please provide a Resume and a Cover Letter describing your interest in the position as attachments marked “as relevant” to your application.  

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%25 of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.