Green School Works Fellow

Massachusetts Clean Energy Center•Boston, MA

6d•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 and participation in GSW, as well as awareness of clean energy and electrified heating and cooling solutions in schools. This may involve developing outreach materials, supporting webinars and events, coordinating with school districts and partners, tracking engagement, and identifying opportunities to reach prospective participants. The Fellow may also assist with general program operations, data analysis, reporting, process improvements, and other activities supporting GSW delivery. This role contributes to Massachusetts' clean energy and climate goals by supporting projects that improve school facilities, reduce emissions, and create healthier learning environments. The internship program at MassCEC includes educational and networking opportunities such as division head presentations, Tech Talks, Brown Bag Presentations, and other industry 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.
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.