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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern

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Sectors Terrestrial / Aquatic Ecology & Conservation
Location North Dakota - America North
Type Temporary / Contract / Seasonal
Status Full Time
Level Voluntary & Interns
Deadline 31/08/2013
Company Name Ducks Unlimited
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IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Ducks Unlimited seeks a motivated candidate to provide mapping and GIS support forits conservation and fundraising efforts in the Great Plains Region. This one-year position will be stationed in the Great Plains Regional Office in Bismarck, North Dakota. The GIS Intern will participate in the development of GIS-based, habitat conservation targeting models and the development and quality control of wetland delineation projects requiring interpretation of aerial photography. The GIS Intern will be responsible for maintenance of ArcSDE geo-databases (SQL Server) and cartographic development of a diverse array of mapping products required by biologists, engineers, and administrators in the Great Plains Regional Office. The GIS Intern will be expected to meet project deadlines and communicate independently and effectively with GPRO staff. Some fieldwork is required.    

Minimum Qualifications:

 

  • B.S. degree in GIS or a related field
  • Proficiency with ArcGIS and Spatial Analyst
  • Ability to travel occasionally and work effectively off-site including fieldwork in adverse conditions
  • Ability to safely lift 50 pounds

Notes: 

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. is a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring wetlands and upland habitats important to North America’s waterfowl populations.  GIS Internships with Ducks Unlimited provide candidates with exceptional work experience in many diverse aspects of the GIS field including habitat model development, remote sensing analysis, map production and database management.  

Salary for Ducks Unlimited interns is $1,800 per month. 

This position reports to the Regional Biologist—Conservation Planning stationed in the Great Plains Regional Office. 

To apply, fill out the application forms provided at www.ducks.org/jobs; attach cover letter, resume, and three references with daytime telephone numbers; and submitby Saturday, August 31, 2013. For more information regarding this position, contact Kaylan Kemink at Ducks Unlimited, Inc., 2525 River Road, Bismarck, ND 58503-9011; Phone (701) 355-3500; email kkemink@ducks.org.

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