Youth and the Environment Program Coordinator – Wastewater Division Intern

Gain valuable experience with program implementation, youth mentorship and environmental education this summer with NEIWPCC! We’re seeking one summer intern to serve as a coordinator for the Youth and the Environment Program (YEP), which aims to increase environmental awareness and introduce young people to occupations in the water and wastewater industries.

In this role, you will:

• Supervise and act as a mentor to youths in the program and coordinate work activities alongside wastewater industry professionals.
• Develop curriculum and lesson plans, organize field trips for environmental programming, and assist with the development of program reports for agency submission.
• Assist with a variety of projects and activities, including drafting literature, designing social media content, and updating training guides.

Successful candidates will have a passion and interest in preserving and advancing water quality, and:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to respectfully engage with a team of collaborators.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and PowerPoint.
• Completed at least two years of college coursework with a major in biology, ecology, environmental science, or related field, or be a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree.
• Some understanding of the Spanish Language is preferred.

This is a seasonal NEIWPCC internship based out of NEIWPCC’s Headquarters office in Lowell, MA. This position requires frequent day trips throughout the greater Lowell area, for which a valid driver’s license and access to own transportation is required. The ability to physically navigate natural terrain and aquatic environments and lift up to 50lbs would be required. This position is not eligible for telework. The position is expected to begin in May and extend through August, working 30 hours per week with some flexibility. The anticipated hourly payrate for this position starts at $19.

To Apply

Submit a cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by March 8, 2026. Please reference #26-Lowell-003 in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, accepting applications until the positions are filled. A full position description may be viewed at: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers.

About NEIWPCC

NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast preserve and advance water quality. We engage and convene water quality professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across shared regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise. Our mission is to advance clean water in the Northeast through collaboration with, and service to, our member states. NEIWPCC is an equal opportunity employer.