Job Description
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air and water, the safe management of toxics and hazards, the recycling of solid and hazardous wastes, the timely cleanup of hazardous waste sites and spills, and the preservation of wetlands and coastal resources.
Bureau of Air & Waste Air Quality
This program runs from June 2024 - October 2024
MassDEP's Western Regional Office is seeking an intern to help with a variety of air quality initiatives in environmental justice areas in the region. The Department and other entities collect a large amount of air quality data from air monitoring stations and other sources. The intern will assist with the region's efforts to download, organize, and assess local air quality data and determine impacts in specific Environmental Justice communities and evaluate possible impact sources. The intern will also aid in performing a cumulative impact assessment (CIA) for Holyoke working with a MassDEP senior staff person.
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The intern will download, organize, analyze, and help interpret air quality data with the use of Excel. Data will be incorporated from multiple information sources. Data trends will be displayed via the use of tables and charts. The intern will also assist senior staff to perform a cumulative impact study in Holyoke. A final report in Word and PowerPoint presentation will be developed that summarizes the results of the analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong skills in the use of the Microsoft Suite, particularly with Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Skills in data management and analysis and a working knowledge of statistics is also preferred.
- Ability to gather information and maintain accurate records
- Knowledge of relevant science and technology concepts
- Computer skills, including a working knowledge and experience with the Microsoft Office suite and virtual meeting platforms, such as Teams.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Prerequisites
Associate or bachelor's degree (must be enrolled or within one year of graduation)
Required
- Cover letter
- Resume
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.