Public Health Intern: Homelessness Resources & Research

Position Information

Job Title:

Public Health Intern (Unpaid, Contracted Student Interns)

Start/End Date: 9/21/2026 - 12/4/2026

Salary Rate: $0.00 (Unpaid Student Internship)

Weekly

Hours:

15 hours

Number of Openings: 1 position

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) protects, promotes, and enhances our natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well‑being of all. DCR manages more than 4,500 acres of state parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses, and parkways. The department is committed to conservation, recreation, and environmental justice.

• Work with the DCR Public Health Specialist on administrative and research tasks related to the agency’s statewide public health protocols, programs, and initiatives.
• Research regional resources for persons experiencing homelessness.
• Create an online library of resources for five (5) parks regions and two (2) watershed regions.
• Attend meetings with local organizations, municipalities, and other social service partners.

• Public health background.
• Interest in working with homelessness, housing, or vulnerable populations.
• Ability to curate a library of resources in an easy‑to‑access, understandable manner.
• Sensitivity to the subject matter.

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

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. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color may self‑select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary

Location:

10 Park Plaza, United States – Massachusetts

Schedule:

Part‑time (Day shift)

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid

Work Schedule:

Yes

If you have Diversity, affirm Authority or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator Moneesha Dasgupta, DEI Manager, email: EEADiversity - .