Leading by Example Intern

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.

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.

• Research and analysis that supports decarbonization and energy efficiency, such as solar canopies, EV models, building energy data, and innovative technologies or services.
• Public outreach that communicates our work to constituents, such as presentations, planning for press events and site visits, and social media posts.
• State agency outreach that focuses on LBE's relationships with sister agencies, such as meeting prep, presentations, and speaker coordination.
• Grant management of LBE's various energy grant programs, such as grant application review, data analysis, and grant package development.
• Policy development, supporting ongoing regulations or guidance, such as public comment coordination, policy analysis, and guidance document development.

• General knowledge of clean energy and environmental topics.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage competing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills.

• Hourly rate: $18.00/hour for College Undergraduate Students and $28.00/hour for Graduate Students.
• Internship duration: June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026
• Hours per week: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
• This position is partially remote with a hybrid schedule that includes a minimum of one day in-office per week