Intern – Siting Division – Dept. Public Utilities

Job Description

Intern – Siting Division – Dept. Public Utilities | Department of Public Utilities (DPU)

The Tone:
This is an internship at the Department of Public Utilities (DPU), located in Boston, MA, with a hybrid schedule. The DPU, operating under the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), is a state agency responsible for overseeing investor-owned electric power, natural gas, and water companies in Massachusetts, and regulating the safety of various transportation services including buses, moving companies, and natural gas pipelines. This role is crucial for an intern to contribute to informed decision-making around energy policy, clean energy development, and utility regulation, aligning with the EEA’s mission to protect Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents, with a strong commitment to environmental justice.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid)
• Pay: $21 hourly
• Team: Siting Division
• Mission: This intern will contribute to advancing clean energy, utility regulation, and environmental justice initiatives within Massachusetts.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Projects: Assist with special projects by conducting thorough research, performing analytical tasks, developing viable solutions, and preparing concise briefings or detailed memos.
• Review: Contribute to regulatory processes by reviewing official filings submitted by project proponents and evaluating comments provided by members of the public.
• Participation: Actively participate in various Siting Division activities, including attending team meetings, engaging in relevant trainings, and observing briefings with high-level state officials.
• Collaboration: Conduct comprehensive industry research and foster collaboration with other divisions and staff within the DPU, as well as with personnel from other state agencies.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates should possess a strong interest in energy policy, the development of clean energy solutions, the intricacies of utility regulation, and the principles of environmental justice.
• Experience: Demonstrated strong capabilities in research, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and professional writing.
• Skills: Effective communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders, alongside strong teamwork abilities essential for collaborative projects.
• Bonus: A genuine desire to learn and actively accept new challenges related to energy facilities siting, gaining expertise in energy technology, and understanding energy regulation.