Contracted Student Interns - Archaeological Field & Curation 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.

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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.

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly half a million acres of land, making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting, promoting, and enhancing our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all. DCR infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for – strengthening our communities and driving our economy. Our staff strive to build a healthier, more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax, reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands. To learn more about DCR, our facilities, and our programs, please visit www.mass.gov/dcr or contact us at mass.parks@mass.gov. 

Job Opening:
The Department of Conservation and Recreation, seeks applicants for a Archaeological Field and Curation Intern (Unpaid Internship) for 2026 Summer Semester to perform the duties listed below.

Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.

Position Information:

Contracted Student Intern:  Archaeological Field and Curation Intern

Location:  Roxbury Heritage State Park, 183 Roxbury St., Boston, MA 02119

Start/End Date:  6/1/2026 - 8/14/2026

Salary Rate:  $0.00 (UNPAID Student Internship)

Weekly Hours:  10 hours

Number of Openings:  1 position

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.

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Archaeological Field and Curation Intern will assist DCR Archaeological staff in limited field excavation projects at several DCR properties and will assist in the recording of DCR's archaeological collections from DCR managed properties. 

Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Intern will take part in archaeological field excavation projects, and visits to the Massachusetts Historical Commission for background research. The Intern will also examine bags of artifacts collected from DCR properties. Artifacts will be counted, cleaned, described, categorized, drawn, dated, and photographed. The collected data will then be used by the intern to add to our collections database.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Experience in Anthropology, Archaeology, or Museum Studies. 

Familiarity with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Word, etc.

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

Please see Preferred Qualifications.

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