Geographic Information Systems Intern I - StratMap (Hourly)

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Job Posting Title:

Geographic Information Systems Intern I - StratMap (Hourly)

Job Description Summary:

GIS Intern will assist in projects to enhance the ability of TNRIS to serve data to the public.

Job Description:

Internship for 2023-2024, 12 months
Application deadline: Open until filled
Location: Stephen F. Austin State Office Building, Austin, Texas
Time Period: 12 months Part-time, 15-19hours/week, 250 hours total minimum per semester
Compensation: $20 per hour + optional three (3) semester hours credit through
university (to be arranged by the student)

Title: StratMap Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern

General Job Description

A division of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), TNRIS is the clearing house for a variety of GIS data in Texas. The intern will play a key role in TNRIS with responsibility for special projects, the primary focus of which being on data acquisition, development, and distribution. Other assignments may be added to provide the intern with greater exposure to the important work performed by TNRIS teams.

Job Duties
GIS Intern will assist in projects to enhance the ability of TNRIS to serve data to the public. The work is primarily focused within the Strategic Mapping program (StratMap). Projects include the Lakes of Texas application, processing of the statewide StratMap land parcel and address point projects, participating in QAQC of the TNRIS georeferencing pilot, the development of data derivative products and maintenance of the historic photo archive, and processing orders through public requests.

Remote work option: Remote work may be possible on an as needed basis but is not guaranteed. Additionally, remote work will be contingent upon multiple factors such as: current project needs, project deadlines, supervisor approval and the demonstrated ability by the intern to successfully accomplish project tasks from a remote environment. All interns will be required to work in the TNRIS office for the first month of their internship.

Qualifications
Applicants should either be enrolled at a recognized Texas college or university, or a recent graduate. Successful candidates will have a strong foundational understanding of GIS concepts and familiarity with ArcGIS Pro and the ESRI suite.

Requirement
Completion of an introductory GIS course is required. Current enrollment or completion of a geospatial analysis course preferred.
Experience with ArcGIS software and related products, knowledge of aerial imagery, Lidar, land parcels, address points, and familiarity with the geography of Texas is a plus. This position requires great attention to detail, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work well in a team setting as well as independently.

Application Process
Please submit all the following at the same time via email to Lauren Kirk
(Lauren.Kirk@twdb.texas.gov). Applications that do not include all the following will not be considered for the position.
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts
• 2 Professional or Academic Letters of Reference (email is acceptable)

Pay Rate

$20.00/hour

Number of Openings:

3

Job Posting Close Date:

April 13, 2023 Clery Act

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Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.

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