Summer 2026 - Community Programs and Resources Office Internship

EOED INTERNSHIP JOB DESCRIPTION – Community Programs and Resources Office  

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.  

EOED’s community programs team, internally referred to as the Community Programs and Resources Office (CPRO), manages 10+ state grant programs that support local economic opportunity, community development, and equity in Massachusetts' 351 cities and towns. Our team works closely with municipal governments and other public entities, nonprofit organizations, and certain Cannabis businesses. CPRO awards about $150 million in new grants and administers hundreds of grants on an annual basis; we welcome applicants who are interested in the work of state grantmaking in economic and community development and attentive to the responsibilities of that role. The team administers well-known statewide programs, such as the MassWorks Infrastructure Program, Cannabis Social Equity Grant Program, and Community Workforce Partnerships Grant Program, among others. 

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, economic and community development, and grant administration.  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 and 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.  

You must be ready and willing to commit 4-5 days a week (Minimum 30 hours for Summer / 10 -15 hours for fall internship).  

The paid internship program will be a hybrid experience within EOED’s administrative offices. Ideally, candidates will be available for in-person work on Fridays, as this is the day our team typically gathers for face-to-face meetings in Boston and thus offers significant opportunities for learning and networking. Other in-person days may be determined based on business need and candidate availability.  

Community Programs and Resources Office Intern Role: 

Conducts research, gathers and scrubs data, and prepares presentations for incorporating outcome metrics into various EOED grant programs. 

Utilizes software such as Excel, Adobe, and ArcGIS to manipulate data and create visualizations to present the distribution and impact of various EOED programs. 

Organizes files and databases of existing EOED programs. Develop standard methods for updating and displaying EOED program info for webpages.  

Edits and develop Grantee Handbooks for our various grant programs, outlining the processes for administering grant awards, such as contracting, requesting payment, reporting, etc. 

Participates in review of program grant proposals, utilizing standard scoring methods, and making funding recommendations to program managers. 

Represents EOED at community events such as ground breakings, ribbon cuttings, site visits, program outreach and announcement events, and program information sessions.  

Reviews programmatic and financial reporting by existing grantees, verify financial transactions in accordance with team practices and standards. 

Works independently to define problems, identify options, and propose solutions across tasks and the grant administration cycle.  

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 to economic development and grant administration work. 

Experience on-the-job training through real grant administration tasks, showcasing how your academic experience translates to the professional environment. 

Learn directly from experienced staff with specialized experience and technical knowledge across numerous industries and services. 

Build friendships 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. 

All job applications for consideration, must be submitted online through  

MassCareers https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl. 

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