Individuals currently enrolled in college, vocational-technical high schools, or training/certification programs, as well as recent graduates, can participate in MassCEC's award-winning Clean Energy Internship Program.
Paid internships at clean energy companies are offered year-round and are the quickest and easiest way to get your foot in the door of this rapidly growing industry.
About the Clean Energy Internship Program
The Massachusetts Clean Energy Internship Program helps prepare the next generation of clean energy workers by funding internships at Massachusetts clean energy and water innovation companies for individuals currently enrolled or recently graduated from college, vocational-technical high schools, or training/certification programs. As an intern, you'll gain valuable experience and have opportunities to network within the clean energy sector.
If you are over 18, you can get matched with an employer for a MassCEC-sponsored internship by creating an intern profile on our online Workforce Portal. You'll then have access to view internship postings, and potential employers will have the opportunity to review your qualifications and invite you to an interview. Our internship program runs throughout the year, with sessions available in Spring, Summer, and Fall. Various internship opportunities are available for individuals with diverse educational backgrounds.
Get more information on Eligibility, Program Schedule, or How to Participate in the sections below, or skip to the online Workforce Portal now.
Not a student? Employers can learn about participating here:
Construction, Maintenance, and Installation Placements: MassCEC shall reserve forty (40) year-round spaces for placements that fall under construction, maintenance, and installation placements as defined below:
High-Performance Building Sector Occupations (for retrofit and new construction): Electricians and Electrical Contractors with in building service upgrade, knob, and tube removal and/or heat pumps; Insulation Workers; Weatherization Crew Chiefs and Supervisors; Energy Auditors; HERS Raters; HVAC/R Technicians with heat pump expertise; Carpenters and Construction Laborers; Hazardous waste removal specialists (especially for asbestos and vermiculite removal); Building Operators/Maintenance Mechanics; Plumbers and Pipefitters; Customer Service Representatives.
Offshore Wind Occupations: Installation, Maintenance and Repair Workers; Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters; Wind Turbine Service Technicians; Metal and Plastic Workers, Assemblers and Fabricators; Customer Service Representatives.
Net Zero Grid Occupations: Electricians and Electrical contractors specializing in solar, battery storage, grid upgrade, or time of use metering; Electric Power Line Installers and Repairers; Customer Service Representatives.
Clean Transportation Sector Occupations: Electricians and Electrical Contractors specializing in vehicle charging infrastructure; Automotive Technicians and Repairers with experience in electric vehicle maintenance or large vehicle retrofit; Logisticians and Fleet Managers; Customer Service Representatives.
Who's Eligible
To participate in the Clean Energy Internship Program, you must meet the following criteria:
You must either:
- Be a Massachusetts resident with proof of residency, or
- Be currently enrolled in, or a recent graduate (within the past year) of, a college, university, vocational/technical high school, or training program located in Massachusetts
You must fall into one of the following categories:
- A college or university student who has:
- Completed at least 24 credits at a 4-year institution, or graduated within the past year
- Completed at least 12 credits at a community college or 2-year associate program by December 31, 2025
- Completed at least 12 credits at a community college or 2-year associate program by December 31, 2025
- A master's degree student currently enrolled or who graduated within the past year
- A training program participant currently enrolled or who completed the program within the past year
- A Massachusetts vocational or technical high school student approved to participate in a co-op program
- A high school After Dark student
- A Career Technical Initiative (CTI) program participant
- A high school graduate or training programs student who graduated within the past year
- A member of a group approved for participation by MassCEC
The following individuals are not eligible to participate:
- Law school students, PhD or EdD candidates, or individuals previously enrolled in such programs
- Students not in good standing with their educational institution
- Full-time employees or current interns who have been on the payroll at a host employer for more than 12 weeks
- Family members of employers or owners of the host employer
Program Schedule
The Clean Energy Internship program offers three sessions per year for education students:
- Spring (January - May)
- Summer (June - August)
- Fall (September - December)
Construction, Maintenance, and Installation students may be placed throughout the year.
Students may submit their internship applications at any time and update them whenever appropriate.
Construction, Installation, and Maintenance placements span the entire school year and continue through the following summer. Participants can begin their work experience after the session start date if this arrangement is agreed upon with their Co-Op Coordinator (for high school participants) and the Clean Energy Employer. Non-high school participants will agree upon a work schedule with their Clean Energy Employer that does not exceed 12 weeks.
How to Participate
- Create a new online account in the MassCEC Workforce Portal, then submit an intern application, answer all required questions and upload required documentation. After submitting an intern application, your profile can be viewed by participating employers. You will also have access to view internship positions posted by our participating employers.
- Respond to any employer communications you receive and reach out to clean energy employers for whom you are interested in working. An employer may contact you for a phone or in-person interview.
- If an employer wishes to hire you for the session, they will request an eligibility check on your intern profile. After MassCEC confirms your eligibility, the employer will send you an offer letter to sign. You must return your signed offer letter to your employer, who will then submit it to MassCEC.
- Fill out the student survey. MassCEC will provide you with a link to the student survey before the conclusion of the session. The information submitted on this survey is anonymous, and we do not ask for any identifying information.
Tips for Success
- Ensure the information in your submitted application is accurate and up to date.
- Apply as soon as possible to increase your chances of being matched. There is no formal deadline for applications.
- Enjoy your internship! Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to learn valuable skills on the job and network with others in the industry.
Program Documents
Internship Program Employer Map
Since its inception in 2011, the Massachusetts Clean Energy Internship Program has placed over 5,000 students and recent graduates at more than 600 clean energy companies across the Commonwealth. Over 900 of those interns have received full-time job opportunities at their host companies. This map shows the employers who have participated in the program to date. Zoom in and click the green dots for employer details.
Clean Energy Internship Success Stories
MassCEC has supported over 5,000 student internships at more than 600 clean energy companies. Read what some of these interns had to say about their experiences or watch a short video with employer and intern feedback!
Additional Resources for Students
Jobs Board
Looking for a full- or part-time job in the clean energy sector? Clean energy employers from across the state regularly post non-internship positions with us and are looking for candidates just like you to fill these crucial roles.
Resume Board
Submit your details into our resume database today and have clean energy employers reach out to you for their open positions.