Dept of Environmental Conservation
625 BroadwayAlbany , NY 12233
Division/Unit: Water
Web Site: www.dec.ny.gov
Dept of Environmental Conservation
625 BroadwayDivision/Unit: Water
Web Site: www.dec.ny.gov
Description:
Create ArcGIS shapefiles, perform geoprocessing, digitize maps, QA/QC shapefiles, data management functions consistent with NYS DEC GIS standards. This position will provide an opportunity to learn about many of the NYS DEC programs including, environmental quality (water, air, remediation, waste management) and recreation/natural resources (lands, forests, wildlife, parks).
Deliverables, as determined by project needs:
* Creation of shapefiles
* Digitize maps
* Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of shapefiles
* Assist with documentation of shapefiles (metadata)
* Perform geoprocessing, as needed
These deliverables will be used by the Department to support the NYS DEC's development of an online interactive public website. GIS intern will be supervised by Division of Water staff.
Skills:
Experience with GIS
Experience with ArcGIS
Experience with ArcGIS online
Internship Areas: Engineering, Environmental Conservation, Information Technology
Payment? Unpaid
Number of Hours: 20 - 30
Location: Albany
Number of Interns Needed: 2
Preferred Standing Senior
Minimum Standing: Junior
Degree Concentrations: Engineering, Environmental Studies, Information Technology, Mathematics, Natural Science