GIS & Flood Resilience Summer Internship in Downeast Maine

Description:
We have funding for two paid interns to work with staff at Sunrise County Economic Council in collaboration with GMRI researchers and local partners. Interns will work on flood resilience mapping, citizen science efforts, and education and outreach activities. Most of the work will focus on Downeast coastal communities, but some projects may involve producing maps and other materials for Midcoast and Southern Maine communities that are also participating in the GMRI project. 

Time frame:
Start date- Flexible, depending on intern availability 
End date- August 30th

Compensation:
Students will be employed through the University of Maine. Rates of pay will depend on whether the students are graduates or undergraduates. Affordable housing is available in the UMaine at Machias residence halls.

Qualifications:

Required:
. Completion of least one college-level geographic information systems course.
. Excellent written communication skills
. Valid driver's license
. Commitment to collaboration and community resilience

Preferred:
. Experience with ArcGIS Online and web-based map design
. Experience with raster-based GIS flood modeling
. Excellent visual communication skills
. Basic understanding of climate-related coastal flood vulnerability
. Familiarity with the Maine coast, especially the Downeast Region

Work location:
Interns may be able to work largely remotely, but some in-person activities will be required, so students must be in Maine for the summer. Affordable lodging is available in the UMaine at Machias residence halls.

Downeast Maine offers spectacular surroundings and lots of opportunities for outdoor adventures hiking, boating, sightseeing, and more. Summers are cool and green and lovely, and fresh seafood and blueberries abound. It's a fantastic place to spend the summer.

To apply, send cover letter, resume and a sample GIS project to:

Tora Johnson
[email protected]

Any questions? Please contact Tora Johnson at [email protected].
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Tora Johnson, PhD (she/ her)
Professor Emerita of GIS
External Faculty Associate, Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions
External Graduate Faculty, School of Forest Resources