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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. The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the wellbeing 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. 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. *Job Opening:* The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for Visitor Cetner Guide Development Intern, Quabbin Visitor Center (Unpaid Internship). Dates 1-20-26 to 4-3-26. This position will be staffing the Quabbin Visitor Center on weekends and one week- day. Duties: -Staff the Quabbin Visitor Center. -Provide information and education to visitors and groups. -Answer phones and emails. -Provide administrative support to the Quabbin Visitor Center staff.* * * *Preferred Qualifications: -· An understanding of basic interpretive skills -Comfortable speaking with the public and explaining the concepts of watershed management, the history of the Quabbin Reservoir and wildlife/natural habitat. -Comfortable responding to public inquiries by phone and email. -Interested in learning and curious about the world.* * 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:** **Environmental and Energy* **Organization:** **Department of Conservation & Recreation* **Title:** *Visitor Center Guide Development Intern - Quabbin Visitor Center - (Unpaid Internship)* **Location:** *Massachusetts-Belchertown-485 Ware Road* **Requisition ID:** *250007T5*