Contracted Student Interns - Research Intern (UNPAID)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • United States, Massachusetts, 10 Park Plaza, MA

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About The Position

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) seeks a part-time Research Intern for the 2027 winter semester. This unpaid contracted student internship is designed for students or recent graduates seeking practical experience; interns may be eligible to earn academic credit through their college or university. The intern will assist the Research Office with research information management. The position is scheduled from January 19, 2027, through April 2, 2027, for 15 hours per week. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Literature search skills.
• Content organization and cataloguing skills.
• Interest in research related to conservation and recreation in parks and public lands.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of the DCR Knowledge Management System, including content search, review, and organization.
• Compile one-page research briefs using existing project information.
• Search for and compile literature and information on focused topics aligned with Research Office goals.

Benefits

• Interns may be eligible to earn academic credit through their college or university.

What This Job Offers

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