Environmental Justice Fellow - Fall 2026 (Hybrid

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Job Description - Environmental Justice Fellow Fall 2026 - UNPAID (2600054U)

Job Description

Environmental Justice Fellow Fall 2026 - UNPAID - ( 2600054U )

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.

Description:

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.

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Intern to support the Office of Environmental Justice and Equity (OEJE). This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that advance environmental justice, equity, and interagency collaboration across the Commonwealth.

The Office of Environmental Justice & Equity advances high-profile environmental justice and equity strategies and initiatives. We seek experienced, resourceful, and passionate interns to join our team. Gain valuable professional experience, expand your resume, apply your ideas, advance your knowledge, further develop key skills and competencies, and learn and grow.

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist with research for diverse projects.

Draft presentations.

Conduct data analysis and research.

Assist with interagency collaboration.

Support the Office of EJ&E Team as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

We seek experienced, resourceful, and passionate interns and fellows to join our team. Gain valuable professional experience, expand your resume, apply your ideas, advance your knowledge, further develop key skills and competencies, and learn and grow.

Other relevant information:

• This position is partially remote with a hybrid schedule that includes a minimum of one day in-office per week

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Please see Preferred Qualifications.

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.

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.

Environmental and Energy

Exec Office Of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Part-time

Day

Jul 27, 2026, 6:19:26 PM

4

Yearly

If you have Diversity, Aff… please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator :
Melixza Esenyie -

Bargaining Unit :
Non

Confidential :
No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule :
Yes