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*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. *Agency Description:* *The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s*mission is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission. *About the Division of Design and Engineering:* The DCR’s Division of Design and Engineering program spans across many engineering disciplines from environmental engineering, renewable energies, facilities, construction, and transportation projects, water resources and dam safety, and electrical engineering. With the 3rd largest capital program budget in Massachusetts state government, our dynamic team engages in the adaptation of public lands and historic infrastructure to improve climate resiliency, supports critical infrastructure and public works, energy conservation, and stewardship of public works and resources. *Job Opening:* The Department of Conservation and Recreation, seeks applicants for a Contracted Student Interns – Strategic Initiatives Fall 2025 to perform the following duties: Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. *Position Information:* Contracted Student Interns: Strategic Initiatives Location: 10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA Start/End Date: 7/27/2025 - 12/13/2025 Salary Rate: $24.00 per hour Weekly Hours: 37.5 hours Number of Openings: 1 position Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. The student intern will assist in various engineering projects aimed at preserving and enhancing our natural and built environments with DCR’s Division of Design & Engineering. These contracted positions offer a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in construction engineering, facility maintenance, project management, infrastructure management, and design within the realm of conservation. *Position summary:* The Co-op will work as a member of a team to advance strategic initiative under the direction of DCR’s Chief of Design and Engineering. The successful candidate should be familiar with project planning, development and delivery, be able to manage their time effectively and handle multiple tasks at one time, work collaboratively with others, and communicate clearly and effectively, both written and orally. The ability to think critically and strategically and the possession of a strong passion and interest in the field of design and engineering are important attributes for the successful candidate. A successful candidate for this position should be flexible and open to new challenges.  *Detailed statement of duties:* * Assist with research, data collection, benchmarking, reviewing deliverables, developing presentations and memos, note-taking and developing meeting summaries, to support the redesign of DCR’s capital planning and project delivery system. * Participate in the development of white papers and Best Management Practices (BMPs) on a variety of topics related to improved capital project delivery. * Actively participate in team strategy sessions and coordinate planning and development of special initiatives such as new management systems, workflows, and operational policies to enhance project delivery and align with the Division’s strategic goals. *Preferred Qualifications:* * Strong communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment, with multiple competing priorities/projects. * Ability to work effectively in a small and collaborative team environment. * Solution-oriented attitude, with excellent time management and organizational skills; strong attention to detail. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel. * Experience with ArcGIS software, or other GIS software programs a plus. * Education in a design or engineering discipline, and experience, skills and interest in capital project planning, development and implementation a plus. *Benefits:* * Opportunity to work on diverse projects within a dynamic and collaborative environment. * Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field of conservation engineering and management. * Potential for academic credit or professional development opportunities, subject to approval by the intern's educational institution. *First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.* Please see Preferred Qualifications. _*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. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! *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. **Job:** **Engineering* **Organization:** **Department of Conservation & Recreation* **Title:** *Contracted Student Intern - Strategic Initiatives Fall 2025* **Location:** *Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza* **Requisition ID:** *250004JL*