Marine Infrastructure Operations & Maintenance Planning Intern - Harbor Islands District - (unpaid Internship)

Marine Infrastructure O&M Planning Intern - Harbor Islands District

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. 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 commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the wellbeing of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 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.

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.

Job Opening: Marine Infrastructure O&M Planning Intern

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Marine Infrastructure O&M Planning Intern to assist in developing an electronic Operations and Maintenance (O&M) plan for DCR-managed marine assets across the Boston Harbor Islands. This initiative will improve long-term maintenance planning, asset tracking, and safety for one of Commonwealth's most unique coastal park systems. Dates 1-20-26 through 4-3-26.

Duties:

• Inventory and document existing marine infrastructure, including docks, piers, gangways, floats, moorings, and related facilities.
• Compile and organize engineering drawings, inspection records, and maintenance logs.
• Develop a digital O&M plan using GIS and/or asset management tools to track condition, maintenance schedules, and replacement cycles.
• Coordinate with DCR engineering, waterways management, facilities, and operations staff to verify site data and prioritize maintenance needs.
• Contribute to developing standardized templates and digital workflows for ongoing updates to the plan.
• Participate in field visits to select Boston Harbor Islands (weather and vessel schedule permitting).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Maritime Academy student, marine/civil/structural/coastal/ocean engineering student, or similar.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills needed.

Learning Outcomes:

• Gain hands-on experience in marine infrastructure asset management and state park operations.
• Develop practical skills in digital documentation and preventive maintenance planning.
• Contribute to the stewardship of the Boston Harbor Islands, a nationally significant urban park system.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Please see Preferred Qualifications.

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.