Green School Works Fellow

Massachusetts Clean Energy Center • Boston, MA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) is seeking a part-time or full-time Green School Works (GSW) Fellow to support the implementation and growth of the Green School Works program. This program aims to inspire and support Massachusetts schools to become more efficient, comfortable, and emission-free through demonstration funding for innovative, replicable, and cost-efficient projects. The Fellow will play an important role in supporting GSW grantees, gaining firsthand experience in grant administration and public-sector program implementation while helping schools access resources for high-impact projects. The Fellow will also support outreach, communications, and stakeholder engagement efforts to increase awareness of and participation in GSW, as well as awareness of clean energy and electrified heating and cooling solutions in schools. This may include developing outreach materials, supporting webinars and events, coordinating with school districts and partner organizations, tracking engagement activities, and identifying opportunities to reach prospective participants. The Fellow may also assist with general program operations, data analysis, reporting, process improvements, and other activities that support the successful delivery of GSW. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to Massachusetts' clean energy and climate goals while supporting projects that improve school facilities, reduce emissions, and create healthier learning environments for students and staff. The internship program at MassCEC includes various educational and networking opportunities, including in-depth overview presentations from division heads, Lunch-time Tech Talks and Brown Bag Presentations, and other industry-related events.

Requirements

• The candidate will be enrolled in or a recent graduate of an Associates, Bachelors, or Masters collegiate program. Relevant majors may include science, environmental studies, economics, communications, public policy, public health, place-based environmental focused or similarly focused major. Students from any major with relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities are encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with or interest in clean energy issues
• Familiarity or interest in building science
• Familiarity or interest in fair access to clean energy solutions
• Approaches tasks with strong attention to detail and critical thinking
• Strong recordkeeping and organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (recommended)

Responsibilities

• Work with staff to maintain the operational flow of the Green School Works program, including supporting invoice reviews and payment requests, managing quality control of documentation, communicating program requirements to relevant stakeholders, and ensuring projects meet respective milestones.
• Support email inquiries about Green School Works, communicate responses to stakeholders including school districts, consultants, contractors, and partner organizations with guidance from MassCEC staff.
• Review detailed project, invoice, and deliverable information to facilitate grant reimbursement approval and payment.
• Assist in the development and implementation of outreach and engagement strategies that increase awareness of and participation in Green School Works programs, including supporting communications materials and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Work independently to analyze program and project data, identify trends, and develop effective communication tools (i.e., graphs, charts, tables).
• Draft memos, reports, presentations, and other materials to summarize program activities, project outcomes, and research findings.
• Assist in the development and review of program guidance, outreach materials, and other stakeholder-facing content.
• Support day-to-day program operations, including tracking program metrics, maintaining records, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree