Intern
Alexandria, VA, US
Are you interested in supporting the world's law enforcement leaders? If so, the IACP's Student Internship Program hires a select number of graduate students who are interested in supporting IACP’s vision of Serving the Leaders of Today and Developing the Leaders of Tomorrow. Selected interns will support the IACP’s management studies, which are comprehensive surveys of the management and operations of police agencies. The surveys aim to determine the degree to which a department is properly accountable, is operating cost-effectively, complies with professional police standards, and satisfies the crime control and service requirements of the citizens it serves. This position will gain first-hand experience in creating geographic information systems (GIS) illustrations and organizing the management study data. The applicant will learn how to work with police departments, analysts, and other stakeholders to solve organizational issues. Specific focus will be on geospatial analysis of data.
Job Functions:
Analyze, program, and implement GIS software
Assist with internal display of IACP data and create GIS illustrations for our Professional Services projects.
Research, analyze, and evaluate new or updated GIS application functionality with a focus on business needs and benefit
Maintain project schedules, prioritize tasks, and meet established timelines
Process variety of data sets to produce graphic representations
Beat/district analysis for optimal resource deployment
Ensure accurate data creation and data creation and database replication utilizing industry standard GIS software
Perform other duties as assigned or required
Education/Areas of Study:
Geospatial data, policing data analysis, research methodology
Required Skills:
- Researching public records and performing data digitization
- Utilizing spatial statistics
- Knowledge of GIS software
Position Specifications:
- Currently enrolled graduate level students, or recent graduates within the past six months
- Minimum 3.0 grade point average
- Creative thinking and ability to communicate ideas and opinions
- Strong MS Word and Excel capabilities/experience
- Excellent command of English (especially written)
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail
- Must be available to work 20 hours per week
How to Apply:
- Submit the following five application documents by Friday, April 26, 2019 to be considered.
- Cover Letter (indicate the semester you are applying for)
- Resume
- Academic Transcript (can be unofficial)
- Writing Sample
- Letter of Recommendation
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