About the role#
The Office of Energy Transformation (OET) Fellow will support the Massachusetts Clean Energy and Environment Legacy Transition (CELT) Initiative. This 12-month placement focuses on advancing policies and programs to implement state climate and clean energy mandates. You will work with the Executive Director, other fellows, state staff, and external stakeholders to support projects like the Energy Transformation Advisory Board and regional community meetings. This position is open to students statewide across all fields of study.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research and analysis to support decision making within focus area work groups.
- Manage and support meetings by developing agendas, facilitating discussions, taking notes, and summarizing outcomes.
- Provide in-person support for meeting set-up and facilitation.
- Build and maintain community relationships to support local partnerships.
- Manage support staff carrying out day-to-day operations.
- Attend regular check-in meetings with other fellows and monthly meetings with the UMass Lowell CELT team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or graduate degree program in sustainability, environmental studies, engineering, business, finance, sciences, policy, or a related field.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team with a diplomatic, client-services mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and deliver tasks on time.
- Experience with data management, querying, and spreadsheet development.
- Experience managing projects or programs related to sustainability, energy systems, building operations, finance, or GIS mapping.
- Background in stakeholder engagement and event planning.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid position requiring at least one day per week in-person at the Office of Energy Transformation in downtown Boston, Massachusetts.
- The term begins in Winter 2027.
- This is a paid, part-time, temporary position.
About University of Massachusetts
The University of Massachusetts is a public research university system with five campuses. Founded in 1863, the institution focuses on academic programs, research, and public service. It serves students and communities across the Commonwealth and beyond. The system employs over 10,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Boston.
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