Note: This is an intern position. You must be a rising college junior or senior with a 3.0 GPA.
NRECA is seeking an intern for analytical projects in the area of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). In this role, the intern will develop a web based, dynamic GIS data display and perform demographic analysis of utility customers. Results will be used in the publication of public-facing digital cartography, economic reports that NRECA provides to its member utilities on strategic issues, and in the work of its federal government relations department.
Purpose and Mission• Create web-focused content around mapping and visual data displays
• Identify and create dynamic, web-mapping projects to be used internally
• GIS database development and improvement on utility service territories
• Demographic analysis of utility customers
• Provide support for general GIS projects on an ad hoc basis
Requirements And Qualifications
BA/BS program or pursuing an MA/MS degree in geography, GIS, or related field degree program
• Pursuing a BS or MS degree in geography, GIS, or related field
• 12 hours of coursework in GIS. Cartography and digital mapping/cartography courses are necessary.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Online, commercial web mapping platforms such as MapBox or Carto
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator or other graphic design tools
This is an intern position.
3.0 or above GPA required and Must be a rising junior or senior
Dates: May 14th through August 3rd
Wages: $18.50 per hour
