GIS Internship @ Wild Salmon Center (Portland)

Application at http://www.wildsalmoncenter.org/about/jobs.php

Volunteer GIS Intern

Reports to: GIS Analyst

Position Summary
The intern will work with an experienced professional, the GIS Analyst, primarily to support Wild Salmon Center site-based and regional conservation programs by developing and maintaining relevant data and metadata as they pertain to various projects. Depending on the intern's experience, interest and availability, s/he will be responsible for performing a broad range of GIS functions including but not limited to: creating informative maps; gathering, processing and documenting geographic data; fixing broken links in maps to recently moved data; editing vector/raster datasets; conducting research (finding datasets, including imagery, new GIS tools, etc.); creating datasets from raw data or converting from non-spatial form; and creating or finding documentation of datasets.

A successful intern will be able to work both independently and collaboratively; develop high quality maps; and hone professional GIS skills as applied to conservation projects.

The internship is a volunteer position envisioned for 10-20 hours per week for approximately eight to ten weeks.

Education
Completion or current enrollment in a degree and/or program in geography, Geographical Information Systems or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Compile, enter and document geographic data and metadata
• Verify geographic and attribute data with scientists and agencies
• Provide support to the GIS Analyst and program staff for specified projects
• Provide maps for programmatic presentations and publications
• Perform other duties, as needed

Position Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year experience with Geographic Information Systems (ESRI ArcGIS 10.x) and cartography 
• Knowledge of spreadsheets and Microsoft Access
• High level of attention to detail, analytical and problem solving skills
• Interest in real-world application of GIS skills
• Enthusiasm for the mission of Wild Salmon Center and interest in the preservation of biologically significant salmonid habitat

Compensation
This position may provide an intern with skills and experience useful in future employment opportunities. The terms of the volunteer position will be negotiated based on the successful applicant's goals and availability. Tri-met tickets are available for the use of public transportation to and from the Wild Salmon Center office.

To Apply

E-mail a cover letter, resume and completed volunteer application form to [email protected] with GIS Intern in the subject line.