PreGISP Program Now Open – Take the First Step Toward GISP-E Certification!

The GIS Certification Institute is excited to announce that the first cohort of the PreGISP program is now open! This program is designed for students and recent graduates looking to enter the geospatial workforce and work toward professional certification.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Graduating within the next three months OR graduated within the last twelve months (for this cohort only).
•  Not planning to enroll in another degree program immediately.
•  Less than one year of professional experience in the geospatial field.
•  Planning to enter the geospatial workforce after graduation.

How to Sign Up:

1. Create an account at GISCI.org (or log in if you already have one). Ensure you use your legal name.
2. Complete the PreGISP Pre-screening Questionnaire: PreGISP Sign-Up

​For more details, visit:
 PreGISP Program Overview
 PreGISP Exam Information

Description
​Established in 1887, the Turlock Irrigation District (TID) is the first publicly owned irrigation district in the state and is one of only four in California today that also provides electric retail energy directly to homes, farms and businesses. The District operates under the provisions of the California Water Code as a special district and is governed by a five-member Board of Directors. TID owns and maintains approximately 250 miles of canals and laterals and provides irrigation water to more than 5,800 growers in a 307 square-mile service area that incorporates 149,500 acres of Central Valley farmland.  Since 1923, TID has been providing safe, affordable and reliable electricity to a growing retail customer base that now numbers in excess of 98,000 residential, farm, business, industrial and municipal accounts in an electric service area that encompasses 662 square-miles in portions of Stanislaus, Merced, Tuolumne and Mariposa counties.

Examples of DutiesPerform a variety of sub-professional tasks in support of the Turlock Irrigation District Geographic Information System including data entry and mapping, field data acquisition, database entry, system analysis, document entry, and logging of District infrastructure and projects. Successful candidates will gain exposure to a wide variety of District Departments and areas of operations. Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications
Posting Deadline:  Until Filled
Job Duration:  Flexible, approx. 3-6 Months - Summer of 2025
Class Level:  Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Graduate
Job Category:  Geographic Information Systems/Computer Science
Salary Level:  Hourly Pay
Hourly Rate:  $18.00-$25.00/hr. commensurate with experience
Work Hours:  Flexible, up to 40hrs per week
Experience Level:  No experience necessary

HOW TO APPLY https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/4862650

Position Information
The City of Woodinville is offering an internship position in the Information Services Division starting June/July 2025. The Information Services Division is responsible for management of the Information Technology (IT) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) operations as well as its alignment with the City’s day-to-day business operations and initiatives.
 
The GIS Intern will have the opportunity to gain experience in each of these areas primarily through hands-on tasks, project-based activities, and occasional field work. The GIS Intern will provide a broad range of GIS technical support on projects with duties including geographic data compilation, standardization, and management; web mapping application development and maintenance; and cartographic product creation. This Intern will conduct related research to support modern GIS best practices.
 
If you are interested in joining the City of Woodinville this summer as an intern, please apply before midnight on Friday, April 4, 2025.  The start date for this internship will depend on the chosen candidate's schedule, but the City is hopeful that the internship will begin in June or July. Please note that the City is primarily an in-person work environment. This opening is based at Woodinville City Hall and will work primarily in an office environment.  

Essential Functions

GIS Data Management

• Collect, create, and handle geospatial data from various technologies. Ensure data accuracy and adherence to the organization’s standards. Create data reviewer quality control rules.
• Support in the transition from shapefile data format to an organized geodatabase schema. 
• Write and maintain documentation on data and metadata standards. 

ArcGIS Online Development

• Develop new and assist in managing web apps and maps that are needed amongst various City departments.
• Understand and help manage security levels of data through assigned groups and user roles. 
• Publish and keep map services up to date. Research map services that are available by county, state or federal entities, to facilitate use by/for web applications. 
• Support of City integration with asset management and permitting software.

ArcGIS Pro Cartography

• Work with SQL queries, MapPlex labeling, symbology settings, and various other ESRI tools for high quality cartographic representations. 
• Produce maps of various sizes and file types for business stakeholders. Delivery of requested products and services through dynamic timelines.  
• Translate and problem solve requests into a cohesive, easy to understand exhibit.

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​HOW TO APPLY https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/4868089

Remote Sensing/Spatial Ecology Intern
The Conservation GIS Lab (https://nationalzoo.si.edu/conservation-ecology-center) at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) is seeking interns to start immediately. The internship project will focus on exploring a combination of remote sensing space-borne lidar data (GEDI) and optical data (e.g., Sentinel or Landsat series) to classify and map vegetation types, specifically targeting understory bamboo and woody invasive plants.

Objectives: 

• Pre-processing forest survey data and spatial datasets at a local or regional level
• Extracting GEDI metrics using Google Earth Engine and Python or R
• Extracting optical data metrics using Google Earth Engine and Python or R.
• Building predictive spatial models for vegetation type classification using statistical analysis and machine learning algorithms.
• Gain experience with the analysis of a wide range of remote sensing data, spatial data analysis, creating maps with various remote sensing data, and scientific communication.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree is required, and a Master's degree is preferred.
• Commitment to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week.
• Strong background in programming (Google Earth Engine (required) and Python (preferred) or R).
• Knowledge of GIS (preferably ArcGIS or QGIS) and remote sensing analysis is desirable.
• Strong writing skills (required)
• Ability to conduct research independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Benefits:

• A competitive stipend up to $1,600 monthly, based on education and experience.
• Optional $9/day dormitory-style housing on the SCBI campus.
• Interns will have access to a computer and reliable high-speed internet.

Location & terms of appointment:

• On-campus internship in Front Royal, VA
• Minimum commitment of six months, beginning as soon as possible, with priority to longer-term candidates.
• Engaging with a cohort of fellow interns and researchers through regular meetings and communications

About SCBI:
The Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute is located at the north entrance of the Shenandoah National Park in Front Royal, VA, about 60 miles west of Washington, D.C. Dedicated to promoting the conservation of biological diversity, SCBI not only furthers the Smithsonian Institution's broader objectives but also enriches our understanding by studying endangered species, habitats, and communities. Beyond research, SCBI plays an important role in sharing these insights through advanced studies, professional training programs, and public outreach.

HOW TO APPLY
How to apply:

• Applications are open until the position is filled.
• Apply via the Smithsonian SOLAA system (https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/#/public). Search for "Internship" under "National Zoological Park". The program name is "Conservation GIS Internship Program".
• Submit a CV and a cover letter detailing: 
  • Statement of Interest
  • Potential start date and the duration of time you are available for the internship.
  • Contact information for three references.
  • Elaborate on your programming experience and skill as much as possible.
  • Please combine ALL following information in one pdf document and upload it as cover letter in the system.

Multnomah County's College to County program is now accepting applications!

• Pay: $24/hour
• Hours: 20-40 hours per week
• Duration: 3 months (June-August/September)
• Opportunities: 70+ internship positions available
• Deadline to Apply: April 15th, 2025

 
Openings include:

• DCA - Buildings: Architectural - Facilities Tech Team - Internship - Multiple Positions) - (STEM)
• DCM - College to County Videography Internship - (Communications/Project Management)
• Sheriff's Office - Video Content Creator Internship - (Communications)
• Health - Data Analytics Team Analyst Internship - Multiple Positions - (Project Management)
• Emergency Management Internship - (Communications/Project Management)
• And others

 
The College to County program prioritizes outreach efforts to students of color, LGBTQIA2S+ students, first-generation college students, students with disabilities, and those from marginalized identities. All are welcome to apply. This program is part of Multnomah’s Workforce Equity Strategic Plan

GIS Technician @ NV5

Overview
​This GIS technician position supports projects involving various fields, including water resource management and coastal land use change, e.g., Coastal Change Analysis Program (C-CAP) of the Office of Coastal Management at NOAA. Technicians work with the technical team to produce accurate and precise land cover products in a consistent and timely manner. The primary duties of a technician working on land cover and C-CAP projects are classification of data through photointerpretation and vector and polygon digitizing. 
   
NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide.  NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems.  The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment.  We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

Responsibilities  

• Support production for land cover and C-CAP projects using remote sensing data  

• Implement established QA/QC protocols   

• Manipulate and classify data with great attention to detail and efficiency  

• Maintain precision and accuracy in high volume workflows  

• All other reasonable duties as assigned  

  
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  

• Communication skills, organizational skills, & professionalism  

• Apply direction from co-workers and management  

• Maintain composure and flexibility while switching between tasks  

• Maintain productivity while performing repetitive tasks  

• Aptitude for learning multiple geospatial software  

• Learn from mistakes and take constructive criticism  

• Thrive in a team environment  

• Express quality or staffing concerns to the leadership  

• Interest in remote sensing, environmental science, or GIS
  

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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications  

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite  

• Experience with ArcGIS and/or QGIS software  

  
Preferred Qualifications   

• Associate or bachelor’s degree  

• One year of experience with ArcGIS and/or QGIS software  ​

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/newprint/4853432

The Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) Operations & Maintenance Group (O&M) is seeking an experienced Geographic Information System GIS/BIM (Building Information Modeling) Technician to lead our dynamic team of skilled GIS/CAD/Revit Modelers and to assist them in mapping and managing assets in a 3D spatial environment.

​Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.

This position requires a complete knowledge base of ERSI ArcGIS applications, Autodesk AEC applications, including Civil 3D, Recap, Revit, Navisworks, and the Autodesk Construction Cloud project management platform. In addition, this role will provide leadership to the GIS/CAD/3D modeling team by providing guidance, training, and technical support of complex processes and procedures. The applicant will also be responsible for developing and managing GIS/CAD/BIM standards and applying them by collaborating with internal staff and external consultants and contractors. It is preferred that the applicant has a background in GIS and its concepts, principles, techniques, with an understanding of GIS web-based mapping practices.

​Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead GIS/CAD/Revit Modelers in development of 3D digital twin.
• Collaborate with consultant and contractors while maintaining GIS/CAD/BIM standards.
• Review drawings/models for accuracy and consistency.
• Host weekly 3D modeling user group meetings.
• Develop and implement best practices for GIS/CAD/BIM processes.
• Implement data management strategies put forth by the bureau.
• Collaborate with internal staff managing workflow and deliverables.
• Perform 3D modeling utilizing BIM software and techniques.
• Manage terabytes of data related to 3D modeling in BIM.
• Collaborate with the O&M Division Manager/CAD Supervisor to ensure that the required drafting/modeling work is assigned to and distributed equitably amongst staff. 

The City of Gresham is seeking candidates for a GIS Analyst Senior to join our Enterprise GIS Team:  GIS Analyst Senior | Job Details tab | Career Pages
 
This role will lead GIS projects and initiatives aligned with our Geospatial Strategy with a primary focus on integrating GIS with business systems software, designing web mapping applications, automating workflows, and project management.
 
The deadline to apply is 3/31/25 at 11:59 PM Pacific. 

Description
Normally an employee will be appointed at the first step of the salary range established for their classification.  The city may make an appointment above the first step at the sole discretion of the city.

GENERAL STATEMENT
Implements GIS technologies through application development, data creation, and training for the City of Newberg. Considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative.  

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general guidance and direction of the City Engineer or his/her designee.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None. May provide training and guidance to other staff and/or volunteers as assigned.

​Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Provides programming and custom application development of the City’s GIS database and streamlines and enables efficient use of GIS software, including developing Intranet and Internet applications, and creating automated routines for efficiency.
• Provides analysis of GIS data, including analysis requests by departments and evaluates potential GIS software for incorporation into the City’s GIS system.
• Provide solution architecture, systems engineering, administration, and software engineering including application and data architecture expertise for ArcGIS Server environment.
• In coordination with the City’s Information Technology (IT) Department, performs system management functions including software installs, version upgrades and configuration management.
• Provides project management for the development of special GIS related projects from inception to completion, including databases as needed to support project goals, understanding, and interpreting the scope, goals, and objectives for projects.
• Provides technical assistance and training in all facets of GIS, including software use, overlay processing techniques, analysis, periodic data development, and database manipulation.
• Develop, maintain, and manage the City’s GIS data warehouse; ensure the integrity, quality and accurate content and structure of databases including geo-referenced raster and vector data, CAD based drawings and plans, and metadata and attribute data.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.
• Meet with local agencies, other City departments, councils, and organizations to discuss GIS data issues and the relationship of the GIS to other operations, systems and programs. Collaborate with other parties on obtaining accurate and complete information and maximizing resources.
• Responds to citizen’s questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Provides office design support for environmental, water, sewer, street, storm, and other public works projects and programs, ensuring technical competence and compliance with all current codes and criteria.
• Coordinates the preparation of, or develops, reviews, and updates the water, wastewater, storm drainage, and street system maps, data base, and comprehensive plans.

• May perform a variety of office-related functions, including preparing permits, correspondence, presentation materials and brochures, reducing field notes, printing materials, answering telephones and responding to inquires from contractors, developers, property owners, staff, and the general public.
• Manages the archival and retrieval of City “as-built” construction plans and other system information.
• Assists other engineering staff in data collection in the field. This could involve many sorts of data collection, for example the occasional field installation of traffic count devices, water flow meters and other data recording work. This will necessitate gaining familiarity with a select range of counting and monitoring devices such as traffic / speed counters and water pipe flow meters.
• Assists other City personnel in public works design, construction, inspection, or surveying fieldwork.
• Assists the maintenance and operations divisions in implementation of asset management software (Cartegraph).

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

​HOW TO APPLY: https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/4856979

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregonmetro/jobs/4856458/planning-development-and-research-internship?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Hello, we’re Metro! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work Metro does every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today and tomorrow. 
The Planning, Development & Research Department is excited to offer several internship opportunities designed to provide hands-on experience in a range of areas—from community investment and GIS analysis to project development, regional planning, and resource development.
These internships are ideal for people who are eager to learn and contribute to transformative projects across our region to improve the lives of all people.

​Available Positions

1. Community Investment Intern (Two Positions)
2. GIS & Cartographic Intern
3. Investment Areas Intern (Two Positions)
4. Regional Planning Intern
5. Resource Development Intern

Learn more about these positions and the Planning, Development and Research Department at one of the following virtual information sessions:

• Wednesday, March 12, 9-10am. Link to register for 3/12 info meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zesXSpVPS2OtxraoDjnpSw
• Monday, March 17, 6-7pm. Link to register for 3/17 info session: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/IGBP_f8uSE2p5bNklAv33w

Each position has the following minimum qualifications:
All internship positions

• Ability to work in person at the Metro Regional Center in Portland, Oregon, one to three days per week

GIS & Cartographic Intern, Regional Planning Intern, Resource Development Intern

• Bachelor’s degree, pursuing master’s degree or any combination of education, professional, volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities
• Flexible availability (20 to 40 hours per week, up to 550 total hours from June–October)

Community Investment Intern, Investment Area Interns

• High School Diploma or GED
• Flexible schedule from 20 to 40 hours per week (up to 550 total hours over one year