Internship at TNRIS (TWDB)

Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Texas Natural Resources Information System (TNRIS) 

Internship for Fiscal Year 2020/2021, Late Spring/Fall semester Application deadline is: April 15, 2020  Location: Stephen F. Austin State Office Building, Austin, Texas Time Period: Late Spring 2020-Fall 2020 (May - November) Schedule: Part-time, 10-19 hours/week, 250 hours total minimum per semester Compensation: $15.00 per hour + optional three (3) semester hours credit through university (arranged by the student) 

Classification: Paid and credit-based internship. $15.00 per hour for the semester and credit through college/university (to be arranged by the student).

General Job Description: GIS Intern will assist in projects of data acquisition for Flood Planning Data Needs. The work will primarily be focused on gathering data from authoritative sources to aid Flood Planning Groups with their regional flood planning efforts. Additional duties include researching data availability, working closely with other staff involved in collecting data, providing QC for datasets as needed, and compiling and combining data from multiple sources. Other assignments may be added to provide the intern with greater exposure to the important work performed by TNRIS teams.

Job Duties: The intern will play a key role in TNRIS with primary responsibility for special projects, to research and collect flood planning data, work with technical specialists and other staff to support priority initiatives in TNRIS and for the State Flood Plan.

Qualifications: Applicants should either be enrolled at a recognized Texas college or university or a recent graduate. Successful candidates will have a background in geography, environmental studies, or other related field, and a desire to improve skills in GIS. Enrollment or completion of an introductory GIS course is required.

Experience with ArcGIS software and related products, knowledge of data acquisition, and familiarity with the geography of Texas is a plus. This position requires great attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well in team settings and independently. Successful candidate will have access to their own laptop and participate in virtual meetings. Application Process: Please submit the following items via email to Taylor Christian (Taylor.Christian@twdb.texas.gov)

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts – if possible given situation
• 2 Professional or Academic Letters of Reference