Digital Accessibility Intern

Massachusetts
Boston, MA
Job Description
Role Overview

The Office of Economic Empowerment (OEE) is a department within the Office of the Treasurer and Receiver General of Massachusetts tasked with providing free and accessible financial education and supporting wealth-building pathways for residents across the state.

What You Will Do

The Digital Accessibility Intern will help OEE assess and remediate existing public-facing content and build tools and trainings to support the team's ongoing accessibility efforts.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This is a hands-on role for someone interested in accessibility, public interest technology, communications, and user experience (UX).

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, preferably in Communications, Digital Marketing, User Experience, or another related field
  • Familiarity with digital accessibility best practices and WCAG standards
  • Comfortable working within Microsoft and Adobe suites
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to multi-task, and manage multiple responsibilities

Benefits

  • Hourly pay: $20/hour (High School Interns), $22/hour (Undergraduate Interns), $24/hour (Graduate Interns)
  • Ability to work from home and travel to the Boston office location a minimum of 1-2 times a week
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