Revenue Intern - UNPAID

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.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air, land, and water. Our work impacts every aspect of people's lives and is critical to the health and wellbeing of our residents and visitors. MassDEP is the lead agency for safe management of toxics and hazardous materials, promotion of waste reduction and recycling, preservation of the state's wetlands and coastal resources, air quality monitoring and pollution reduction, and so much more.

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:

The fiscal and finance office at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) plays a vital role in supporting the agency's mission to protect the environment. This includes Budget Management and Allocation, Financial Reporting and Compliance, Revenue Collection and Grant Management Oversight, Procurement and Contract Management, Financial Planning and Analysis, Internal Support and Collaboration, and Key Fiscal Stakeholder Collaborations.

The Finance/Revenue department within MassDEP ensures the accuracy and efficiency of operations, processing and monitoring incoming payments, and securing revenue by verifying and posting receipts. This internship will aid in the processing of account receivables for the following departments – LSP (Licensed Site Professional - Licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Hazardous Waste Site Cleanup Professionals), TURA (Toxic Use Reduction Act – Requires Mass companies that use large quantities of specific toxic chemicals to evaluate their operations, plan for pollution prevention, and report the results each year), Climate Mitigation Trust (Reducing Climate Change – Involves reducing the flow of heat-trapping greenhouse gases into the atmosphere), and Mercury Management Trust (Bans the sale of specific products containing mercury, prohibits disposal of mercury in trash and wastewater, and more). 

Job Duties:

• Assist in processing accounts receivable for programs including LSP, TURA, Climate Mitigation Trust, and Mercury Management Trust.

• Support payment collection activities, including verifying, posting, and monitoring incoming receipts.

• Reconcile financial records using the MOSAIC system to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Communicate with customers and internal Bureau of Air and Waste (BAW) programs regarding payments and general inquiries.

• Gather and verify invoices for accuracy and proper documentation.

• Prepare invoices and supporting materials for scanning, mailing, and recordkeeping.

• Assist in issuing past-due notices and collection letters.

• Maintain organized financial records in compliance with MassDEP policies and procedures.

• Uphold confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information.

• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Finance/Revenue team as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software.

• Ability to work independently, and in an organized manner with strong attention to detail.

• Experience with databases.

• Strong analytical, organizational, computational, and interpersonal skills.

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: Revenue Intern - UNPAID

• Start/End Date: 6/15/2026 - 10/16/2026

• Weekly Hours: 22.5 hours

• Number of Openings: 1 position

A cover letter and resume must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition. 

Qualifications - External

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

 Minimum Requirements: NONE

 Please see the Preferred Qualifications above.

Comprehensive Benefits

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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.