Fall and Spring Semester Internship at TNRIS (TWDB)

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

Internship for Fiscal Year 2021, Fall and Spring semesters Application deadline is: August 14, 2020  Location: Remote Work and Stephen F. Austin State Office Building, Austin, Texas Time Period: Fall 2020-Spring 2021 (September - May) 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 to enhance the ability of TNRIS to serve data to the public.  The work is primarily focused in the Research and Distribution Center (RDC). Projects include: maintenance of the historic photo archive and the Lakes of Texas application.  Additional duties include: assisting in fulfilling historical data orders and providing QC for incoming datasets as needed. 

Job Duties: The intern will play a key role in TNRIS with responsibility for special projects, to scan and georeference historic photo archive. Other assignments may be added to provide the intern with greater exposure to the important work performed by TNRIS teams.

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 aerial imagery, Lidar, remote sensing, GPS technologies, 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. Candidates will need to have high speed internet connection and a computer that supports a Work from Home infrastructure. Must be able to come into the Stephen F. Austin Building as needed.

Application Process: Please submit the following items together via email to Kathleen Mack (Kathleen.Mack@twdb.texas.gov)

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts
• 2 Professional or Academic Letters of Reference