Stone Living Lab Summer Programs Intern

Applications will be reviewed through the Google Form linked in this posting. Applications through Handshake will NOT be reviewed. 

About the Position

This summer, the Stone Living Lab seeks a motivated and enthusiastic intern to assist with public programming and education projects in and around Boston Harbor, including tabling events, community cruises, and youth programs. Reporting to the Lab’s Program Coordinator for Education and Engagement, this intern will help facilitate a series of enriching public programs on a weekly basis. Many duties take place largely outdoors within the Park and around the mainland waterfront. 

This is a seasonal position from June through August (13 weeks). The work schedule is typically Tuesday through Saturday, including occasional evening events. This Intern will be employed through Boston Harbor Now, one of the lead partners of the Stone Living Lab.
 

Responsibilities 

• Working outdoors in and around Boston Harbor with a diverse audience of families and community groups, conducting work with professionalism and compassion for everyone encountered, in close collaboration with both the Senior Manager for Education and Engagement and the Program Coordinator for Education and Engagement 
• Leading family-friendly activities like science experiments or arts and crafts
• Working with the communication team to promote program offerings through online calendars and social media 
• Representing the Stone Living Lab professionally in interactions with vendors, partner staff, and the public 
• Other duties in the office and in the field as needed such as: 
  • Supporting programs with a focus on data collection and analysis 
  • Supporting partners and providing customer service by connecting via email and phone 
  • Researching new program ideas and vendors for 2026 

Qualifications and Experience

• Proficiency in Google Suite, including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, and Calendar, to manage appointments, document sharing, and digital collaboration 
• Comfort and experience in facilitating public programming for all ages
• Problem solving skills and ability to present possible solutions to supervisor 
• High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required. Other credentials, traditional and nontraditional, and experience considered and appreciated. 

An ideal candidate: 

• Has a strong work ethic, attention to detail, is good at taking direction, and is able to work with minimal supervision
• Has a demonstrated interest in public parks and/or community programming and events
• Has interest in working with families and the public, particularly in an event setting
• Is comfortable leading activities outside in a range of weather conditions 
• Works well with a variety of stakeholders and partners 

Research shows that people of color and women are less likely to apply if they don’t believe they meet every qualification listed. At Boston Harbor Now, we recognize that experience can be gained in many ways—lived, professional, volunteer, and others. We encourage BIPOC candidates, people with disabilities, women, and people with non-dominant gender identities to apply. 

Benefits and Salary

Hourly, non-exempt employee; $18.50/hour working an average of 35 hours/week for 13 weeks ($8,325 for 450 hours). Sick time and paid holidays (e.g. Fourth of July) included. Paid 30 minute lunch breaks included in shifts 6.5 hours or longer. Subsidized housing (shared room with bathroom) may be available at UMass Boston for this internship.