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:
MassDEP regulates mercury use, management, disposal, and clean-up under state laws and the Mercury Management Act. MassDEP enforces specific requirements and recycling programs for dental practices (dental amalgam), vehicle recyclers/crushers, scrap metal facilities, and product manufacturers.
The Intern will assist with providing training to municipal officials that encourage collaboration throughout the state of MA as well as proper safety handling and disposal of household hazardous products within Massachusetts. Additionally, intern will assist with data management of household hazardous products registrations, certifications and website content.
Job Duties:
Assist with the creation of outreach programs through the use of PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams.
Exercise public speaking skills through training seminars.
Obtain knowledge of Household Hazardous Products regulations and disposal guidance.
Demonstrate excellent communication and organization skills for all Household Hazardous Products including mercury certification forms submission processes.
Review website data to assure up to date information is publicized.
Preferred Qualifications:
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, PowerPoint.
Advanced attention to detail, Time management skills.
Ability to navigate through Code of Massachusetts Regulations.
Advanced organizational skills, Data analysis, Public Speaking skills, Clear and concise writing skills.
Experience using reputable sites for research.
Position Information:
Contracted Student Intern: Mercury Program Outreach Intern (UNPAID) (ID: 260007U5)
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% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
