Outreach and Planning 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.

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.

Job Description:

The Office of Outreach and Planning is responsible for organizing and scheduling events (career fairs, Envirothon, high school visits and more) to promote MassDEP. Connecting and engaging with educators and school officials are crucial components of the Office’s environmental programs, strategies, and events designed to raise awareness about MassDEP. The Office of Outreach and Planning also manages the Michelle Waters-Ekanem Internship Program, which hosts interns twice a year.  As part of our talented and professional team, MassDEP interns are provided with education, training, hands-on experience, supervision, and networking opportunities. They participate in a professional environment and use modern technology and information systems to help address real environmental issues.

The Outreach and Planning intern should be familiar in creating engaging and captivating content, from pictures to video to caption.

Job Duties:

• Tracking analytics for LinkedIn and other social media platforms.

• Creating social media postings and schedules and writing captions for posts and brochures.

• Assisting with the design and execution, create and distribute blogs, infographics, and videos. 

• Maintaining and monitoring all social media emails and inboxes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent writing skills and creative mindset.

• Basic knowledge of graphic design, video editing and online marketing.

• Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop. 

• Great opportunity for students pursuing marketing and communication degrees.

Position Information:

• Contracted Student Intern: Outreach and Planning Intern (UNPAID) (ID: 260007UE)

• Start/End Date: 1/11/2027 - 6/18/2027

• Weekly Hours: 22.5 hours

• Number of Openings: 1 position

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

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.