Marketing & Communication Intern

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.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air, land, and water. Our work impacts every aspect of people's lives and is critical to the health and wellbeing of our residents and visitors. MassDEP is the lead agency for safe management of toxics and hazardous materials, promotion of waste reduction and recycling, preservation of the state's wetlands and coastal resources, air quality monitoring and pollution reduction, and so much more.

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:

Public Affairs Office - Marketing & Communication Intern

The Public Affairs Office (PAO) serves as the eyes, ears, and voice of MassDEP, speaking with and listening to the agency's many important stakeholders. PAO also helps to coordinate content on the agency's web site and directs the agency's social media outreach effort. The Public Affairs Office coordinates all communication between the agency and its various constituencies, including citizens, businesses, stakeholder groups and the news media.

Specific duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of social media content and graphics that are engaging and informative.
• Assist in drafting media advisories, press releases and other related content.
• Maintain records and logs of media coverage and requests, as well as outreach activities of the office.
• Collect and distribute daily news clips.
• Assist in the development of marketing materials for internal and external audiences.
• Take photos and/or video of events and meetings.
• Assist PAO team on other activities and duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Communication or relevant liberal arts field (public relations, marketing, journalism, English, business management)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software
•  Ability to work independently, and in an organized manner with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent writing skills and creative mindset.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design, video editing and online marketing.

REQUIRED: Please submit a cover letter along with your resume.