MassWildlife Fisheries Intern (Unpaid)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Westborough, MA

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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. 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 Fish and Game (DFG) is the state agency responsible for conservation of the state's natural resources. DFG exercises responsibility over the Commonwealth's marine and freshwater fisheries, wildlife, plants, and natural communities, and provides outdoor recreation opportunities to the public
The Mass Wildlife Fisheries Intern will work closely with biologists and technicians in the field on various fisheries projects across the state. Interns will learn a variety of fishery survey techniques, fish handling, fish identification and general knowledge of Massachusetts freshwater fisheries. Intern would need to be able to provide their own transportation to and from MassWildlife Field Headquarter in Westborough. Intern would also have to provide their own waders for use in fieldwork.
This internship is unpaid and designed to support students or recent graduates seeking practical experience in the field. Interns may be eligible to earn academic credit through their college or university.

Nice To Haves

• interested in pursuing a career in fisheries or related field
• ability to work well with others or independently
• any prior fisheries experience or college coursework in biology, ecology, or fisheries preferred

Responsibilities

• fish community surveys mainly in streams and rivers using backpack, raft, and/or boat electrofishing
• fish handling, measuring, and weighing
• field data collection, record keeping, and data entry
• equipment maintenance

Benefits

• outstanding suite of employee benefits
• work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed