Coastal Hazards Intern Fall 2026 - UNPAID

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

This unpaid internship is 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 Coastal Hazards Intern will support CZM's StormSmart Coasts program with increasing community resilience to coastal storms and sea level rise through the application of MyCoast (mycoast.org/ma). The intern will analyze coastal storm data and conduct community engagement on MyCoast tools and impact thresholds. The intern will gain a better understanding of coastal storm impacts to natural resources, infrastructure, and buildings as well as the value of community science for management. CZM highly values interns and will ensure the intern is integrated with programs and staff for educational purposes and professional development. The intern will apply technical skills, connect with community partners, and strengthen organizational and public speaking skills.

Requirements

• Must be a student or recent graduate.
• Ability to work 22.5 hours per week.
• Must be able to work a hybrid schedule with a minimum of one day in-office per week.
• Must be eligible to earn academic credit through their college or university.

Nice To Haves

• Fundamental understanding of beach systems and coastal hazards.
• Basic GIS skills.
• An interest in community science.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and support the HR team.

Responsibilities

• Summarize MyCoast data for storm events from 2011 to 2026.
• Investigate water level thresholds that are resulting in minor, moderate, and major flooding, erosion, and damages to infrastructure and buildings.
• Identify geographic gaps in the MyCoast network of users.
• Conduct MyCoast workshops for municipal staff, community organizations, and neighborhood groups.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• Work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed