FALL Energy Facilities Siting Intern

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Boston is offering a FALL Energy Facilities Siting Intern position within the Department of Public Utilities. The internship focuses on energy policy, clean energy, and utility regulation, with exposure to case teams working on offshore wind, energy storage, gas pipelines, and electric transmission facilities.

The role involves research, site visits, and participation in team meetings and briefings across divisions, with a potential for a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• Interest in energy policy, clean energy, utility regulation, and environmental justice.
• Strong research, analytical, problem-solving and writing skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Desire to learn and accept new challenges in energy facilities siting, energy technology, and energy regulation.
• Solid research, analytical abilities, and writing skills

Responsibilities

• Conducting special projects involving research, analysis, solution development, and briefings and/or memos
• Reviewing filings by project proponents and comments by members of the public
• Conducting site visits of proposed or existing facilities
• Participating in all facets of Siting Division activities including team meetings, trainings, briefings with high-level state officials, industry research, and collaboration with other divisions and staff at the DPU, and those of other state agencies
• Assist with special projects involving research, analysis, solution development, and briefings and/or memos
• Contribute to reviewing filings by project proponents and comments by members of the public

Skills

Research skills

Analytical ability

Writing skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

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Job Description - FALL Energy Facilities Siting Intern (2600050F)

Job Description

FALL Energy Facilities Siting Intern - ( 2600050F )

Description

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.

DPU:

The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is the state agency responsible for overseeing investor-owned electric power, natural gas, and water companies in Massachusetts. It regulates the safety of bus companies, moving companies, transportation network companies, and oversees the safety of natural gas pipelines and the MBTA.

Job Description:

We are excited to offer an internship position in our Siting Division. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about energy policy, clean energy, and utility regulation. Whether you're familiar with the DPU or new to our work, we welcome your fresh perspectives and enthusiasm.

The DPU Siting Division Internship would provide a brief, but intensive opportunity for the candidate to participate in ongoing Siting Division cases, and special project areas. The Intern will be an integral part of case teams working on pending cases, and participate to the fullest extent possible. Existing case topics include off-shore wind facilities, energy storage facilities, interstate and intrastate gas pipelines, and electric transmission facilities. Special project areas to be determined based on Division needs, and mutual interests.

Job Duties:

• Conducting special projects involving research, analysis, solution development, and briefings and/or memos
• Reviewing filings by project proponents and comments by members of the public
• Conducting site visits of proposed or existing facilities
• Participating in all facets of Siting Division activities including team meetings, trainings, briefings with high-level state officials, industry research, and collaboration with other divisions and staff at the DPU, and those of other state agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with special projects involving research, analysis, solution development, and briefings and/or memos
• Contribute to reviewing filings by project proponents and comments by members of the public
• Participating in all facets of Siting Division activities including team meetings, trainings, briefings with high-level state officials, industry research, and collaboration with other divisions and staff at the DPU, and those of other state agencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in energy policy, clean energy, utility regulation, and environmental justice.
• Strong research, analytical, problem-solving and writing skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Desire to learn and accept new challenges in the realm of energy facilities siting, energy technology expertise, and energy regulation.
• Solid research, analytical abilities, and writing skills
• Familiarity with and/or interest in energy and environmental policy issues, including enviromental justice
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of staff and decision-makers, with often diverse points of view
• Good inter-personal skills and communications style
• Desire to learn and accept new challenges in the realm of energy facilities siting, energy technology expertise, and energy regulation.

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 / 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

Agency

Department of Public Utilities

Schedule

Part-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Jul 31, 2026, 1:47:25 PM

Number of Openings

2

Salary: 21.00 - 21.00 Hourly

If you have Diversity, Affiable or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Melixza Esenyie/[e-mail] - 6178723270

Bargaining Unit : Non

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes