MassWildlife Fisheries Intern (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.

DFG:

The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) is the state agency responsible for conservation of the state's natural resources. DFG exercises responsibility over the Commonwealth's marine and freshwater fisheries, wildlife, plants, and natural communities,  and provides outdoor recreation opportunities to the public

Job Description:

The Mass Wildlife Fisheries Intern will work closely with biologists and technicians in the field on various fisheries projects across the state. Interns will learn a variety of fishery survey techniques, fish handling, fish identification and general knowledge of Massachusetts freshwater fisheries. Intern would need to be able to provide their own transportation to and from MassWildlife Field Headquarter in Westborough. Intern would also have to provide their own waders for use in fieldwork.

Job Duties:

1) fish community surveys mainly in streams and rivers using backpack, raft, and/or boat electrofishing,

2) fish handling, measuring, and weighing,

3) field data collection, record keeping, and data entry,

4) equipment maintenance

Preferred Qualifications:

1) interested in pursuing a career in fisheries or related field,

2) ability to work well with others or independently,

3) any prior fisheries experience or college coursework in biology, ecology, or fisheries preferred.

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.

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.