Jobs & Internships

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Seasonal Conservation Biologist I at Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.

Full job description and application instructions

Program Dates: Sunday, July 6 - Friday,  July 11, 2025

With a heavy dose of the latest and greatest science and engineering research delivered by MIT researchers and lecturers, SEPT uniquely reaches teachers through a drink of knowledge from the MIT "firehose."  The program captures a snapshot of MIT and delivers it to teachers for one week every summer.

Educational Opportunity

WPI will be offering a new master’s program focused on Integrated STEM Education. The program’s courses combine research and practical tasks, aligned with standards and best practices in the field of STEM education. Courses are offered online and scheduled during the evening and summers, meeting the needs of working professionals. Full time educators will benefit from WPI’s generously discounted tuition rate of $500 per credit. See information about the program and its courses, as well as graduate registration. Apply by Sun., Dec. 15 to start classes this Jan.! Email Mia with questions.

The STEM Education Center endeavors to transform STEM education to be meaningful, inclusive and impactful through PreK-12 teacher education. The Center’s Operations Coordinator manages the daily operations of the Center and is the primary contact to stakeholders and partners who engage with the Center. They provide administrative, marketing, and budgetary/financial support for the Center’s operations. In addition, the Operations Coordinator serves as the program manager for the Central Massachusetts STEM Network (CMSN) Ecosystem, as well as supporting other growth areas of the Center.

Applications are being reviewed. Deadline to apply is November 9. 2024.

WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We welcome candidates who can support our commitment to belonging, equity, diversity and inclusion.

This internship will allow an intern to learn about all facets of solid waste management in Massachusetts and will work on reuse and engagement with the public via our Recycle Smart MA program, and on solid waste and recycling program processes through our Sustainable Materials Recovery Program.

Time period of employment is from January 2025 - May 2025.

Location: 100 Cambridge Street, Boston, 02114

Job Posting: Oct 16, 2024, 2:33:06 PM

Paid internship opportunity for Cape Cod Community College students at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) in Woods Hole, MA. Students participate in a short course on Blue Economy topics (20 hours, January 7-10 and 14-17, 9:30-11:30am), then continue in an internship at WHOI for the spring semester (50 hours, flexible schedule). The interns will be placed in a research group at WHOI.

General Job description:

The Town of Yarmouth seeks a qualified candidate for a Conservation Agent to assist the with the administration of the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Yarmouth Wetlands Bylaw, performing administrative and technical work to support the operations of the Conservation Commission. Responds to inquiries from the public and other town offices, providing guidance and assistance regarding regulatory matters and explains applicable procedures. Responsible for enforcement tracking and management, monitoring open permits, and administrative review applications.

The Hollings Scholarship Program provides successful undergraduate applicants with awards that include academic assistance (up to $9,500 per year) for 2 years of full-time study and a 10-week, full-time paid ($700/week) internship at a NOAA facility during the summer.

The internship between the first and second years of the award provides the scholars with hands-on, practical experience in NOAA-related science, research, technology, policy, management, and education activities. Awards also include travel funds to attend a mandatory NOAA Scholarship Program orientation and the annual Science & Education Symposium, scientific conferences where students present their research, and a housing subsidy for scholars who do not reside at home during the summer internship.

Position Overview 

CCF is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as its Land Stewardship Technician. The individual will work under the Director of Land Stewardship and the Executive Director to monitor and manage 800+ acres under CCF stewardship.  The individual will ensure regular monitoring of CCF conservation properties and restrictions. They will also be responsible for trail maintenance, mowing, brush cutting, chain sawing, and invasive plant removal and habitat restoration. They will assist in organizing volunteer events to manage CCF lands and in recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers for CCF Volunteer Land Steward Program.

Cape Cod Community College is a place of personal discovery, enrichment, and professional development for those just beginning the quest and for those at many points along the path of higher education throughout life. It is a caring, comprehensive institution that belongs to the people it serves and responds to their individual and community needs. Students attending Cape Cod Community College are striving for personal excellence, and are finding it, day after day. Graduates of the College can be found in all levels of private business, the professions, and public service, and they excel at what they do.

Originally formed in 1965 by a small group concerned with the preservation of the natural habitats of the island of Martha’s Vineyard, today VCS takes a broad view of conservation. In addition to traditional land protection, addressing the Island’s current and future environmental challenges increasingly requires an informed and mobilized public. Through public education, local political advocacy, and legal defense work, we promote community action in pursuit of a healthy environment and sustainable future.

New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance (NECWA) offers marine wildlife internships to upper level high school students, college students, and professionals in southeastern Massachusetts. Internships provide research opportunities, field experience, non-profit management, and skills building to those interested in marine science. Hands-on experience with field research techniques and data analysis better prepares young professionals for similar opportunities in their chosen field.