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

State of Massachusetts•Belchertown, MA

40d

About The Position

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. â¯â¯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.â¯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. 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. (Unpaid Internship). Dates 1-20-26 through 4-3-26. 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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).

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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