You must be ready and willing to commit 2 – 4 days a week (Minimum 12 – 20 hours for fall internship) or as per your supervisor and/or business need.The internship program will run from approximately September 2024, through December 2024. Interviews will be held both in-person and/or virtually. Salary is compensable with work experience and education level.Must be currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or a higher degree program.$18 – $21 an hour – Salary is compensable with work experience and education level.Who we are: The Executive Office of Economic Development prioritizes economic opportunity for residents, collaborative leadership in communities, and an environment that supports job creation and business growth.Program Overview:The Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) is offering an exciting professional work experience for enthusiastic and motivated undergraduate and graduate students who are Massachusetts residents or enrolled in an institution of higher learning in Massachusetts. This program will give students from diverse backgrounds an opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience in public service and gain additional skills in a medium that will help build lifelong attributes.Teamwork, organizational capabilities, problem-solving, and accountability are among the skillsets you will learn as part of a robust economy-based environment. As an EOED Intern, you will be at the forefront of an energetic, fast-paced, and ever-changing governmental atmosphere.The ideal candidate would be an individual who is passionate about public service, eager to learn and build experience in a professional setting. We are looking forward to meeting anyone who is prompt, professional, and ready to learn new things as they pertain to public service.The paid internship program will be a hybrid experience within EOED’s administrative offices like: Human Resources, Finance, Legal, IT, Customer Service, Insurance and Communications as well as below agencies/divisions:
- Community Programs and Resources Office
As an intern within our Secretariat, you will be provided with a wide array of responsibilities in areas included, but not limited to:You Will Have the Opportunity To:· Gain hands-on experience at the Executive Office of Economic Development· Participate in our intern orientation, technical training and development program designed to provide the tools needed to contribute efficiently.· Experience on-the-job training through real work engagements, showcasing how your academic experience translates to the professional environment.· Learn directly from experienced associates, seniors, managers and partners with specialized experience and technical knowledge across numerous industries and services.· Build peer networks and strong work relationships while gaining valuable experience.· Demonstrate your performance and ability to join a government agency.Skills & Expertise
- Excellent collaboration and team building skills.
- Demonstrated written communication skills.
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
- Demonstrated analytical skills.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must have legal work authorization in the U.S.
Additional Information:For additional information regarding the Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED), please visit our website atQualificationsMust be currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or a higher degree program.Successful Interns will be placed in the department as per their background, interest, and business needs. Please attach a copy of your resume and a cover letter stating your interest in the position (see current list of openings for Fall semester below), your goals for the internship within the context of working at EOED.
- Human Resource Internship (Skillsets: onboarding, data entry, administration)
- Communication Intern (Skillsets: communications, government, public relations, writing)
- Community Program Internship (Skillsets: research, writing, compiling information)
- Rural Affairs Office Internships (Skillsets: research, writing, compiling information)
- Cybersecurity and Compliance Analyst (IT) (technical skills, networking, information security)
- Project Coordinator/PM Internship (IT) (Skillsets: Microsoft .NET, SQL) and (Tableau / Snowflake)
- Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (Skillsets: Communications, marketing, social media management, digital marketing, graphic design)
- Small Business Development Office Internship (Skillsets: Business major, proficiency in Spanish/Portuguese preferred)
- Massachusetts Office of International Trade and Investment (Skillsets: business, strategizing, marketing)
- Department of Occupational Licensure (DOL)
- Consumer and Regulatory Affairs interns – Customer Service, Administrative
- Legal Interns – Legal background (in law school))
- Department of Insurance (DOI)
- Health Care Access – Actuarial Intern
- Legal Intern – Legal background (in law school))
- Office of Consumer Affairs and Regulations
- Legal Intern – Legal background (in law school))
Comprehensive BenefitsWhen 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.Want the specifics?An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
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