Digital Communications Intern Winter 2027 - UNPAID

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.

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) in the Healey-Driscoll Administration is seeking a motivated Digital Intern to join our Communications team. The Digital Intern will gain hands-on experience in digital communications within a dynamic and fast-paced agency at the forefront of Massachusetts’ efforts to address climate change, enhance resiliency, and protect the environment. Reporting to the Digital Director and Communications Manager, the intern will have the opportunity to work with EEA’s senior communications staff, including the Assistant Secretary of Communications and Director of Communications, and will assist in engaging Massachusetts residents and stakeholders in the Commonwealth’s environmental and energy initiatives.

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

• Attend and capture events through photos and videos, ensuring high-quality content aligned with EEA’s goals and objectives.  

• Create engaging content for EEA’s social media channels, including photos, videos, graphics, and written posts, showcasing the work of the Healey-Driscoll Administration.  

• Collaborate in team meetings, bringing creative ideas for digital storytelling and social media engagement.  

• Assist the Digital Director, Communications Manager, and the communications team with projects that support EEA’s mission and public outreach goals.  

• Support the communications team with administrative tasks, such as clips, managing press lists, and updating websites.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with social media platforms, particularly Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.  

• Basic to intermediate skills in video production and editing using Adobe Premiere Pro.   Basic knowledge of graphic design software, such as Adobe Photoshop or Canva, is a plus.  

• Strong writing and storytelling skills, particularly for social media.  

• Interest in climate policy, social justice, public service, or environmental issues.  

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Other relevant information:  

• Hours per week: 15 hours per week
• This position is partially remote with a hybrid schedule that includes a minimum of one day in-office per week 
• Internship duration: 1/19/27 – 4/2/27