TheDepartment of Public Utilities (DPU)is responsible foroversight of investor-owned electric power, natural gas, and water utilities in the Commonwealth; developing alternatives to traditional regulation; monitoring service quality; regulating safety in the transportation and gas pipeline areas; and for certain aspects associated with the siting of energy facilities. The mission of the Department is to ensure that utility consumers are provided with the most reliable service at the lowest possible cost; to protect the public from transportation and gas pipeline related accidents; and to ensure that residential ratepayers' rights are protected. The DPUseeksto promote safety, security, reliability of service, affordability, equity, and greenhouse gas emission reductions. The Rates and Revenue Requirements Division ("Rates Division")is responsible forproviding the technicalexpertisetodeterminetheappropriate levelsof revenues to recover through rates and todeterminethe rate design for the investor-owned electric distribution companies, natural gas companies (also called local distribution companies or LDCs), and water companies conducting business in Massachusetts. The technical support provided by the Rates Division includesexpertisein economics, finance, accounting, and public policy. The Rates Division also reviews a diverse range ofadditionalfilings including various municipal light plants' annual depreciation increase requests and towing rate increase proposals. In addition, the Rates Divisionassiststhe Electric Power Division with providing technicalexpertiseon public policy programs such as electric grid modernization, review of long-term renewable energy contracts, net metering, electric vehicles, and alternative rate designs. The Rates Division alsoassiststhe Gas Division with review of certain components of the LDAC filings and with public policy programs such as Geothermal Pilots. The Rates Divisionassiststhe Department's Legal Division in developing the evidentiary record in adjudicatory proceedings concerning the rates, accounting, finances, tariffs, and terms & conditions of the investor-owned natural gas, electric, and water companies doing business in Massachusetts. Position We are excited to offer an internship position in ourRates and Revenue Requirements Division. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about energy policy, clean energy, and utility regulation. Whetheryou'refamiliar with the DPU or new to our work, we welcome your fresh perspectives and enthusiasm. Key Responsibilities Assistwithratedata analysis and visualization Contribute tothe creation ofresources and guides tomaintaininformation on municipal electric rates andannual returndata Support the team withreviewingandexaminingaccountingrecordsincluded withutilityfilings Preferred Qualifications Interest in energy policy, clean energy, and utility regulation. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and teamwork abilities. Details Hours:37.5/wk Salary:$21/hour(undergrad)$26/hour(graduate students) Location: DPU offers a hybrid work environment. Applications for fully remote internships are also welcome. This internship will runforup to9 weeks with flexible start and end dates. Application Process:To apply, pleasesubmityour resume, a cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Please see Preferred Qualifications. There are no benefits with this position, except earned sick leave. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Contractor* Organization: *Department of Public Utilities Title: Intern - Rates Division Location: Massachusetts-Boston-1 South Station Requisition ID:* 240002KF*