Ecological Restoration Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Information:

Contracted Student Intern:  Park Assistant Intern

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

Salary Rate:  $0.00 (UNPAID Student Internship)

Weekly Hours:  22.5 hours

Number of Openings:  1 position

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 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 450Start/End Date:  ,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.

Job Opening:
The Department of Conservation and Recreation, seeks applicants for a Park Assistant Intern (Unpaid Contracted Student Interns) for 2026 Fall Semester to perform the duties listed below on a part-time basis.

Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.

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.

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintaining facilities and equipment. Landscaping. Interacting with the public and assisting visitors. Assisting in the parks invasive plant removal and rewilding programs. Intern will gain knowledge of park management practices, ecology, hospitality and landscaping.

Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting in invasive plant removal and habitat restoration. 

• Cleaning and maintaining facilities as needed. 

• Light landscaping and trail maintenance. 

• Assisting visitors as needed.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of native flora and fauna and invasive plants. 
• Some familiarity with hand tools, cleaning and maintenance. 
• Landscaping experience. 
• Intern will be provided with instruction if not familiar with any of these skills.

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.

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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.