Air Planning Branch Air Quality Forecasting Intern (Unpaid Internship)

Job Description

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 toxic 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.

Description:

This internship is unpaid and designed to support students or recent graduates seeking practical experience in the field. Candidates may be eligible to earn academic credit through their college or university.

The Air Planning Branch Air Quality Forecasting Intern will support MassDEP's Air Quality Forecasting Team by analyzing ambient air monitoring data and comparing it with historical forecasts and sensor data. This role offers hands-on experience in air quality forecasting, data analysis, and environmental reporting.

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Analyze ambient air monitoring data and compare results to historical forecasts and air sensor data (e.g., PurpleAir).
• Assist the Air Quality Forecasting Team with daily ozone and fine particle pollution forecasts.
• Prepare and deliver a presentation summarizing project findings.
• Learn forecasting methods and techniques for air quality management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Detail-oriented student seeking an atmospheric science, meteorology, or environmental scientist degree (Undergraduate or Graduate).
• Working knowledge of using spreadsheets, data analysis
• Strong desire to learn about air quality and weather.
• Skills in statistical programming (e.g., R) desired but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software.

Qualifications

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

Please see the Preferred Qualifications section 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% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA

Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-2500079H

Employment Type: INTERN

Posted: 2025-11-08T18:34:18