Undergraduate Scholarships (for students who are currently sophomores):
Educational Partnership Program Undergraduate Scholarship:
http://www.epp.noaa.gov/
The application deadline is January 31, 2011.
Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship Program:
http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/Hollings_info.html
The application deadline is February 4, 2011.
Graduate Scholarships (for graduating college seniors who are applying to graduate school or current graduate students):
Graduate Sciences
Program:http://www.epp.noaa.gov/ssp_grad_sciences_page.html
The application deadline is January 31, 2011.
Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program:
For program information: http://www.fosterscholars.noaa.gov/
The application is found at http://www.grants.gov from
January 1-March 17, 2011.
Eligibility requirements:
US Citizenship, 3.0 GPA
Studying a NOAA science: atmospheric science, biology,
cartography, chemistry, computer science, ecology, engineering,
environmental science, geology, geodesy, geography, marine science,mathematics, meteorology, oceanography, physical science,photogrammetry, physics, etc.; mathematics, etc.
Other opportunities at: http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/noaa_student_opps.html
Contact:
Student Scholarship Team
NOAA Office of Education
1315 East-West Highway
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 713-9437 x150
Email:StudentScholarshipPrograms@noaa.gov
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Cartographic Technician/GIS Specialist (Fairfax area)
National Agricultural Statistics Service is planning on filling several vacancies for applications between Friday, December 10, 2010 to Monday, January 03, 2011 for fulltime GS-1371-07/09 grade Cartographic Technician/GIS Specialists
Job Duties:
The incumbent provides analysis of satellite imagery and aerial photography for the purpose of creating maps for agricultural land surveying. His/her responsibilities may include stratifying states based on land use criteria on both satellite imagery and aerial photography, selecting and delineating sampling units on aerial photography, and preparing and plotting finished maps for field use. The incumbent performs all duties in an ArcGIS 9 environment. He/she assists geographers and cartographers assigned to the unit.
Contact:
Erich Willen
Supervisory Cartographer
USDA/NASS/AFS
Phone:703-877-8000 ext.146
Email:Erich_Willen@nass.usda.gov
Job Duties:
The incumbent provides analysis of satellite imagery and aerial photography for the purpose of creating maps for agricultural land surveying. His/her responsibilities may include stratifying states based on land use criteria on both satellite imagery and aerial photography, selecting and delineating sampling units on aerial photography, and preparing and plotting finished maps for field use. The incumbent performs all duties in an ArcGIS 9 environment. He/she assists geographers and cartographers assigned to the unit.
Contact:
Erich Willen
Supervisory Cartographer
USDA/NASS/AFS
Phone:703-877-8000 ext.146
Email:Erich_Willen@nass.usda.gov
Monday, December 13, 2010
GrADS Programmer (Bethesda, MD)
Commodity Weather Group, LLC of Bethesda, MD, is looking to add a skilled computer programmer to help build its growing business.
Required Skills:
Fluent in Perl, PHP, C shell, HTML knowledgeable in GrADS scripting and Drupal or able to learn quickly
Please send:
A letter explaining how you believe you will add value to our firm
Resume (including GPA or unofficial transcript, if a graduate within the past 3
years)
To: Joel Widenor
Commodity Weather Group, LLC
Vice President, Director of Agriculture Services
4866 Cordell Avenue, 2nd Floor
Bethesda, MD 20814
Email: joel@commoditywx.com
Phone: (240) 207-2500
Fax: (301) 656-1425
Required Skills:
Fluent in Perl, PHP, C shell, HTML knowledgeable in GrADS scripting and Drupal or able to learn quickly
Please send:
A letter explaining how you believe you will add value to our firm
Resume (including GPA or unofficial transcript, if a graduate within the past 3
years)
To: Joel Widenor
Commodity Weather Group, LLC
Vice President, Director of Agriculture Services
4866 Cordell Avenue, 2nd Floor
Bethesda, MD 20814
Email: joel@commoditywx.com
Phone: (240) 207-2500
Fax: (301) 656-1425
Post Master's Research Training Opportunity: GIS, Climate and Land Use Change
A post-master's research training opportunity is
available at the U.S. EPA Global Change Research
Program in the Washington, D.C. area. The opening
is for a GIS programmer/analyst to work on a variety
of current and future projects which generally involve
climate and land use change.
Additional information at:
http://orise.orau.gov/epa/description.aspx?JobId=1200
Contact:
Phil Morefield
Geographer
Global Change Research Program
National Center For Environmental Assessment
Office of Research and Development
(703) 308-8135
available at the U.S. EPA Global Change Research
Program in the Washington, D.C. area. The opening
is for a GIS programmer/analyst to work on a variety
of current and future projects which generally involve
climate and land use change.
Additional information at:
http://orise.orau.gov/epa/description.aspx?JobId=1200
Contact:
Phil Morefield
Geographer
Global Change Research Program
National Center For Environmental Assessment
Office of Research and Development
(703) 308-8135
NASA Internship opportunities (Agency wide all Centers)
NASA Internship application is now open through January 31, 2011. For more information visit: http://intern.nasa.gov
Contact:
Lauren B. Harden
NASA/ GSFC
Education Office Bldg.28
Greenbelt, MD 20771
301-286-1101
Lauren.B.Harden@nasa.gov
Contact:
Lauren B. Harden
NASA/ GSFC
Education Office Bldg.28
Greenbelt, MD 20771
301-286-1101
Lauren.B.Harden@nasa.gov
Friday, October 22, 2010
Student Positions at USGS for the National Map Project (Reston, Virginia)
The project involves working with the USGS National Map to systematically digitize and geo-reference the entire collection of historical topographic maps of the United States that the USGS has produced in its 135 year history.
Required Skills:
The specific skill sets they are looking for are students proficient in working with information technologies and with a moderate comfort level for reading maps and understanding basic cartographic symbology and information.
Interested students can submit resumes to or contact Mr. Richard Huffine.
Richard Huffine, Director
USGS Libraries Program
Core Science Systems
U.S. Geological Survey (MS 159)
12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20192
Tel 703-648-7182
Email: rhuffine@usgs.gov
Required Skills:
The specific skill sets they are looking for are students proficient in working with information technologies and with a moderate comfort level for reading maps and understanding basic cartographic symbology and information.
Interested students can submit resumes to or contact Mr. Richard Huffine.
Richard Huffine, Director
USGS Libraries Program
Core Science Systems
U.S. Geological Survey (MS 159)
12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20192
Tel 703-648-7182
Email: rhuffine@usgs.gov
Editorial Assist Position Open to Grad Student/Senior Undergrad (GMU)
Duties:
To work with the Editor of Cartographica: Nigel Waters , to carry out the following
activities:
1. to liaise with the publisher (the University of Toronto Press);
2. to contact potential authors in order to solicit manuscripts;
3. to select reviewers to referee manuscripts;
4. to work with authors to improve manuscripts so as to achieve the highest standards
of excellence in our published papers.
Please contact:
Dr. Nigel Waters
Email: n_waters@gmu.edu
To work with the Editor of Cartographica: Nigel Waters , to carry out the following
activities:
1. to liaise with the publisher (the University of Toronto Press);
2. to contact potential authors in order to solicit manuscripts;
3. to select reviewers to referee manuscripts;
4. to work with authors to improve manuscripts so as to achieve the highest standards
of excellence in our published papers.
Please contact:
Dr. Nigel Waters
Email: n_waters@gmu.edu
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Imagery Analyst TS/SCI Washington, DC and McLean, VA
Required Skills:
Remote View, NES, Extensive experience working with national systems and commercial imagery, Experience working with the Intelligence Community, The ability to use electronic light tables (i.e. WARP), The ability to find information in community databases.
Please contact:
Joseph Ghannam
Sr. Intel Recruitment Consultant
Phone: +1 (703) 873-5251
Cell: +1 (571) 265-6876
Joseph.ghannam@baesystems.com
Remote View, NES, Extensive experience working with national systems and commercial imagery, Experience working with the Intelligence Community, The ability to use electronic light tables (i.e. WARP), The ability to find information in community databases.
Please contact:
Joseph Ghannam
Sr. Intel Recruitment Consultant
Phone: +1 (703) 873-5251
Cell: +1 (571) 265-6876
Joseph.ghannam@baesystems.com
Full Motion Video (FMV) Analyst (McLean, VA) with active TS/SCI
Analyst with following required skills: Software: MS Office, NES, RemoteView Functional: Excellent analytical writing and briefing skills. Must be capable of typing 30 WPM.
Preferred Skills: Hardware: Light Table Software: MAAS, SmartTrack, Falcon View, IEC Functional: Background in Counter-Terrorism analysis. Understanding of National level imagery product standards. Motion Video (FMV) exploitation experience.
Contact:
Joseph Ghannam
Phone: +1 (703) 873-5251
Cell: +1 (571) 265-6876
Joseph.ghannam@baesystems.com
Preferred Skills: Hardware: Light Table Software: MAAS, SmartTrack, Falcon View, IEC Functional: Background in Counter-Terrorism analysis. Understanding of National level imagery product standards. Motion Video (FMV) exploitation experience.
Contact:
Joseph Ghannam
Phone: +1 (703) 873-5251
Cell: +1 (571) 265-6876
Joseph.ghannam@baesystems.com
GIS Analyst (McLean, VA) with active TS/SCI lifestyle Poly
Duties
The analyst will directly support the operations center by integrating GIS capabilities for national decision-makers in response to actionable intelligence. Additional duties will include supporting ad hoc projects by creating and utilizing multiple computer databases, researching special source libraries, researching current and historical imagery, producing standard and non-standard GEOINT products, collaborating with government and intelligence community analysts, and maintaining/updating GIS databases as directed.
Contact:
Joseph Ghannam
Phone: +1 (703) 873-5251
Cell: +1 (571) 265-6876
Joseph.ghannam@baesystems.com
The analyst will directly support the operations center by integrating GIS capabilities for national decision-makers in response to actionable intelligence. Additional duties will include supporting ad hoc projects by creating and utilizing multiple computer databases, researching special source libraries, researching current and historical imagery, producing standard and non-standard GEOINT products, collaborating with government and intelligence community analysts, and maintaining/updating GIS databases as directed.
Contact:
Joseph Ghannam
Phone: +1 (703) 873-5251
Cell: +1 (571) 265-6876
Joseph.ghannam@baesystems.com
Friday, September 24, 2010
Wireless Backhaul Engineer (Herndon, Virginia)
CFN is seeking ambitious and self-motivated telecom Metro/Wireless Backhaul Engineers with experience in Wireless Backhaul to support network designs focused on cell tower fiber design, metro fiber design, Metro network architecture and wireless backhaul solutions.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
OSP Backhaul Design:
•Serve as project lead for design of backhaul networks with focus on analyzing data from multiple carrier networks, evaluating potential interconnect points and fiber hub locations, and understanding multi-carrier integration from both a dark and lit fiber point of view.
•Support Professional Services engagements to design metro networks, analyze backhaul options, cultivate vendor partnerships in designing solutions for high backhaul demand.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
•A working knowledge of fiber networks, outside plant, local access transport networks, optical technologies; ILEC, CLEC, and equipment vendors; and LEC collocation and interconnection
•Proficient in ESRI ArcMap or MapInfo GIS software
•An understanding of microwave and RF Engineering concepts but no direct responsibilities for this in this position
•Ability to effectively communicate with customers, vendors and internal teammates via the phone, email and presentations.
•Understanding of the factors that impact network mileage and latency and how to apply in route design
•Maintain hard copy and electronic databases with design options
•Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint
•An action orientation to deliver in a fast-paced corporate venture/start-up environment
•2 to 4 years experience in similar wireless backhaul position desired
Please submit resumes to:
Stephanie.ball@cfnservices.com
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
OSP Backhaul Design:
•Serve as project lead for design of backhaul networks with focus on analyzing data from multiple carrier networks, evaluating potential interconnect points and fiber hub locations, and understanding multi-carrier integration from both a dark and lit fiber point of view.
•Support Professional Services engagements to design metro networks, analyze backhaul options, cultivate vendor partnerships in designing solutions for high backhaul demand.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
•A working knowledge of fiber networks, outside plant, local access transport networks, optical technologies; ILEC, CLEC, and equipment vendors; and LEC collocation and interconnection
•Proficient in ESRI ArcMap or MapInfo GIS software
•An understanding of microwave and RF Engineering concepts but no direct responsibilities for this in this position
•Ability to effectively communicate with customers, vendors and internal teammates via the phone, email and presentations.
•Understanding of the factors that impact network mileage and latency and how to apply in route design
•Maintain hard copy and electronic databases with design options
•Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint
•An action orientation to deliver in a fast-paced corporate venture/start-up environment
•2 to 4 years experience in similar wireless backhaul position desired
Please submit resumes to:
Stephanie.ball@cfnservices.com
Monday, September 20, 2010
GIS Specialist (Leesburg, VA)
Waterborne Environmental, Inc. has an opening for a GIS Specialist with a degree in GIS/Geography and an interest in environmental, agricultural, or natural resource issues to join our geospatial information team. Ideally, the candidate has used GIS as a tool in an applied environment to solve real-world problems. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply GIS in analyzing hydrologic and chemical transport processes; to solve practical problems related to agriculture, water quality, and environmental issues; and to provide technical expertise for the entire company. We are a progressive company of bright motivated scientists and engineers looking for valuable additions to our team. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
Bachelors or Masters degree in GIS, Geography, Geoinformation Science, or equivalent
Job or classroom experience with ability to independently synthesize complex data into information for
presentation
Strong problem solving ability and refined technical/organizational skills
Effectively communicate technical processes in written and verbal form
Fluency with the ESRI ArcGIS suite of software
Proficiency with relational databases (e.g. MS Access, MS SQL Server)
Familiarity with scripting or programming applications using VB.NET, Python, or Java
Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies / skills with minimum oversight
Interest and/or experience in modeling the spatial aspects of environmental, agricultural or natural
resource related problems
Please contact:
hr@waterborne-env.com
Human Resources Manager
Waterborne Environmental, Inc.
897 B Harrison St, SE
Leesburg, VA, 20175
Fax: (703) 777-0767
www.waterborne-env.com
Bachelors or Masters degree in GIS, Geography, Geoinformation Science, or equivalent
Job or classroom experience with ability to independently synthesize complex data into information for
presentation
Strong problem solving ability and refined technical/organizational skills
Effectively communicate technical processes in written and verbal form
Fluency with the ESRI ArcGIS suite of software
Proficiency with relational databases (e.g. MS Access, MS SQL Server)
Familiarity with scripting or programming applications using VB.NET, Python, or Java
Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies / skills with minimum oversight
Interest and/or experience in modeling the spatial aspects of environmental, agricultural or natural
resource related problems
Please contact:
hr@waterborne-env.com
Human Resources Manager
Waterborne Environmental, Inc.
897 B Harrison St, SE
Leesburg, VA, 20175
Fax: (703) 777-0767
www.waterborne-env.com
Monday, August 9, 2010
GIS Graduate Assistant
at the Center for Post-acute Studies at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. This position is to assist in the development of interactive maps using ESRI's geographic information systems software as well as GoogleEarth and Google maps to develop web-based maps.
To apply, send your resume and a brief cover letter to Katherine.M.Rucky@medstar.net
To apply, send your resume and a brief cover letter to Katherine.M.Rucky@medstar.net
Internship opportunity @ Fairfax County Dept. of Planning and Zoning
The Fairfax County Dept. of Planning and Zoning is seeking an intern to assist in updating its GIS records this fall. The Planning Division is undergoing an analysis of its long-range planning process, and needs to gather, map, and analyze data on past amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to create and edit shapes and attribute tables in GIS, and will have excellent research and organizational skills. Additionally, the intern should be able to work at least 20 hours a week for a 12 week period beginning Sept. 13, 2010 and ending December 3, 2010. The pay rate for the internship is $ 16. 89/hour.
Interested candidates should contact Kimberly.rybold@fairfaxcounty.gov by August 12, 2010.
Interested candidates should contact Kimberly.rybold@fairfaxcounty.gov by August 12, 2010.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Geographic Information Specialists at USAID
Geographic Information Specialist
Location: Washington, DC
Job Code: 209
# of openings: 1
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Description
Provide geospatial services to USAID's Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) in support of program management, analysis, planning, and advocacy as a member of the Geographic Information Unit (GIU). Communicate the geographic operating picture of OTI's international development work through the acquisition, production, and provision of geo-spatial data and cartography. Collaborate closely with USAID client and with peers in U.S Government agencies, the humanitarian community, academic, and private sectors to achieve OTI mandate of helping local partners advance peace and democracy in priority countries in crisis.
Expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), ESRI ArcGIS 9.x, cartographic design, graphic editing, database, and standard office applications.
Extensive knowledge of geospatial data from a wide array of sources.
Familiarity with Google Earth and Adobe Design Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
Experience with geospatial web APIs and creating web mapping mash-ups is preferred.
Experience with PHP, Flex/Flash, Python scripts and Model builder is desirable.
Position requires the ability to work in high pressure situations occasionally exceeding normal business hours with the potential for domestic and overseas travel.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
International experience and foreign language skills are preferred.
Requires a B.S/B.A Degree
Please apply: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MACF&cws=1&rid=209
Location: Washington, DC
Job Code: 209
# of openings: 1
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Description
Provide geospatial services to USAID's Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) in support of program management, analysis, planning, and advocacy as a member of the Geographic Information Unit (GIU). Communicate the geographic operating picture of OTI's international development work through the acquisition, production, and provision of geo-spatial data and cartography. Collaborate closely with USAID client and with peers in U.S Government agencies, the humanitarian community, academic, and private sectors to achieve OTI mandate of helping local partners advance peace and democracy in priority countries in crisis.
Expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), ESRI ArcGIS 9.x, cartographic design, graphic editing, database, and standard office applications.
Extensive knowledge of geospatial data from a wide array of sources.
Familiarity with Google Earth and Adobe Design Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
Experience with geospatial web APIs and creating web mapping mash-ups is preferred.
Experience with PHP, Flex/Flash, Python scripts and Model builder is desirable.
Position requires the ability to work in high pressure situations occasionally exceeding normal business hours with the potential for domestic and overseas travel.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
International experience and foreign language skills are preferred.
Requires a B.S/B.A Degree
Please apply: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MACF&cws=1&rid=209
Monday, June 21, 2010
Climate Change Policy Analyst
The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) is searching for candidates for the position of Climate Change Policy Analyst. The position is located within the SNWA's Department of Environmental Resources.
Ideal candidates will possess a Master's of Science degree in a science or environmental discipline and experience in the appliation of science to policy development and decision making related to Climate Science and more specifically Climate Change Science.
Salary: $ 86, 497 annually
Filing deadline: 8am, Monday, July 5, 2010.
Please visit the website at www.lvwaterjobs.com or contact: Doug Tanabe, Recruiter @ doug.tanabe@lvvwd.com, 702-258-7276
Ideal candidates will possess a Master's of Science degree in a science or environmental discipline and experience in the appliation of science to policy development and decision making related to Climate Science and more specifically Climate Change Science.
Salary: $ 86, 497 annually
Filing deadline: 8am, Monday, July 5, 2010.
Please visit the website at www.lvwaterjobs.com or contact: Doug Tanabe, Recruiter @ doug.tanabe@lvvwd.com, 702-258-7276
Monday, May 10, 2010
Student Position with USGS
The U.S. Geological Surveys Eastern Geographic Science Center is seeking a student with general background in GIS and web-applications programming to work with a web applications development group in Reston, Virginia. Work will involve assisting in the development of web-based GIS tools for natural hazard mitigation, ecosystem management, sea level rise assessment, and other USGS science activities. Candidates should ideally have javascript coding skills, experience with one or more popular Javascript libraries, and interest in coding web mapping clients (e.g., Google maps API, OpenLayers). Experience with server-side programming would also be beneficial. A general knowledge of GIS principles and experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) is desirable.
Candidates are eligible for hire under USGS's Student Educational Employment Program if they:
1. Are a student enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) seeking student.
2. Are at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment.
3. Are enrolled as at least a half-time student (or students who have been accepted for enrollment) in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4-year college or university, graduate or professional school.
4. Have a satisfactory academic record, 2.0 or better accumulative G.P.A. is required.
5. Are a U.S. citizen. Non-citizens may be eligible for employment if eligible to work under U.S. immigration laws and no qualified U.S. citizens are available for the position. (U.S. citizenship is required if you are converted to a permanent position from the SCEP Component.).
Point of contact:
Dr. Paul Hearn, USGS
Reston, VA
703-648-6287
Email: phearn [at] usgs [dot] gov
Candidates are eligible for hire under USGS's Student Educational Employment Program if they:
1. Are a student enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) seeking student.
2. Are at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment.
3. Are enrolled as at least a half-time student (or students who have been accepted for enrollment) in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4-year college or university, graduate or professional school.
4. Have a satisfactory academic record, 2.0 or better accumulative G.P.A. is required.
5. Are a U.S. citizen. Non-citizens may be eligible for employment if eligible to work under U.S. immigration laws and no qualified U.S. citizens are available for the position. (U.S. citizenship is required if you are converted to a permanent position from the SCEP Component.).
Point of contact:
Dr. Paul Hearn, USGS
Reston, VA
703-648-6287
Email: phearn [at] usgs [dot] gov
Monday, April 12, 2010
Paid Summer Internship at OPIC (Washington, DC)
The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) is seeking undergraduate and gradate interns to work in the Economic Impact Analysis Group of the Office of Investment Policy for focused assignments dealing with geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial analysis.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Duration: Summer 2010 (12 weeks) with commitments of 40 hours per week
Compensation: Paid
· Undergraduate students with at least two full years of college: GS-4, Step 1, $14.59
· Graduate students enrolled in their first year of graduate school: GS-5, Step 1, $16.33
· Graduate students who have completed one full year of graduate school: GS-7, Step 1, $20.22
Description: The Overseas Private Investment Corporation, an executive branch agency of the US government, will consider internship applications from highly competitive and flexible undergraduate and graduate students with strong business interests and background in international development.
OPIC is an independent U.S. government agency whose mission is to mobilize and facilitate the participation of U. S. private capital and skills to promote the economic and social development of less developed countries and regions, and countries in transition from non-market to market economies. OPIC assists U.S. companies by providing financing (from large structured finance to small business loans) and political risk insurance, as well as supporting investment funds. OPIC complements the private sector in managing risks associated with foreign direct investment and supports U.S. foreign policy.
OPIC was established as an agency of the U.S. government in 1971 and currently does business in over 150 countries. In the decades since its creation, OPIC has worked to achieve its dual mandate of fostering developmental investment and supporting US investors in challenging markets.
The OPIC Office of Investment Policy (OIP) seeks to recruit undergraduate or graduate interns for its Economic Impact Analysis unit immediately. The internship will last approximately 12 weeks and will be an outstanding opportunity to learn about investment policy, international investment and trade issues within the context of international development and U.S. foreign policy.
The selected candidate will work on the Unit’s effort in mapping OPIC’s global reach and footprint; and be able to display it on a web platform, such as Google Earth or Google Maps. The two main objectives will be to:
(1) create interactive maps on the OPIC intranet and internet website with information about OPIC’s projects around the world and
(2) create features and layers that will enrich the user experience
Experience: Candidates with backgrounds in geography, international studies, or spatial analysis will be considered. Candidates should possess good knowledge of international development issues, strong oral and written communications skills, as well as computer proficiency. Desired skills and experience:
- Excellent Google Maps API skills and experience
- Familiarity with Google Earth Applications and features
- Familiarity with web mapping
- Experience in graphic design, publication design, and web design is a plus
- Ability to work independently
- Must be detail-oriented
Point of Contact: To apply, click here. Under Step 5 of the application process, select “Economic Impact Analysis Internship.” Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants must apply through the OPIC website. If you have questions, contact Thomas Debass by email at tdebass [at] opic [dot] gov.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Duration: Summer 2010 (12 weeks) with commitments of 40 hours per week
Compensation: Paid
· Undergraduate students with at least two full years of college: GS-4, Step 1, $14.59
· Graduate students enrolled in their first year of graduate school: GS-5, Step 1, $16.33
· Graduate students who have completed one full year of graduate school: GS-7, Step 1, $20.22
Description: The Overseas Private Investment Corporation, an executive branch agency of the US government, will consider internship applications from highly competitive and flexible undergraduate and graduate students with strong business interests and background in international development.
OPIC is an independent U.S. government agency whose mission is to mobilize and facilitate the participation of U. S. private capital and skills to promote the economic and social development of less developed countries and regions, and countries in transition from non-market to market economies. OPIC assists U.S. companies by providing financing (from large structured finance to small business loans) and political risk insurance, as well as supporting investment funds. OPIC complements the private sector in managing risks associated with foreign direct investment and supports U.S. foreign policy.
OPIC was established as an agency of the U.S. government in 1971 and currently does business in over 150 countries. In the decades since its creation, OPIC has worked to achieve its dual mandate of fostering developmental investment and supporting US investors in challenging markets.
The OPIC Office of Investment Policy (OIP) seeks to recruit undergraduate or graduate interns for its Economic Impact Analysis unit immediately. The internship will last approximately 12 weeks and will be an outstanding opportunity to learn about investment policy, international investment and trade issues within the context of international development and U.S. foreign policy.
The selected candidate will work on the Unit’s effort in mapping OPIC’s global reach and footprint; and be able to display it on a web platform, such as Google Earth or Google Maps. The two main objectives will be to:
(1) create interactive maps on the OPIC intranet and internet website with information about OPIC’s projects around the world and
(2) create features and layers that will enrich the user experience
Experience: Candidates with backgrounds in geography, international studies, or spatial analysis will be considered. Candidates should possess good knowledge of international development issues, strong oral and written communications skills, as well as computer proficiency. Desired skills and experience:
- Excellent Google Maps API skills and experience
- Familiarity with Google Earth Applications and features
- Familiarity with web mapping
- Experience in graphic design, publication design, and web design is a plus
- Ability to work independently
- Must be detail-oriented
Point of Contact: To apply, click here. Under Step 5 of the application process, select “Economic Impact Analysis Internship.” Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants must apply through the OPIC website. If you have questions, contact Thomas Debass by email at tdebass [at] opic [dot] gov.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
GIS Internship with the National Park Service
The George Washington Memorial Parkway (GWMP), a unit of the National Park Service (NPS) headquartered in McLean, Virginia, will be hiring a full-time GIS student intern this summer. The paid position will be up to 1040 hours and begin in early June 2010.
The student intern will work with the GWMP GIS Office to manage data, create maps of park resources to support park operations, and GPS items throughout GWMP. The student intern will have a great deal of independence to design resource databases, collect data, create maps, and manage workflow.
Other details:
Please forward your resume via email by APRIL 16, 2010 to the following address:
Ben Helwig, GIS Specialist
ben_helwig [at] nps [dot] gov
703-289-2543 (phone)
703-289-2526 (fax)
You will be required to provide additional paperwork to complete the application process.
The student intern will work with the GWMP GIS Office to manage data, create maps of park resources to support park operations, and GPS items throughout GWMP. The student intern will have a great deal of independence to design resource databases, collect data, create maps, and manage workflow.
Other details:
- The position will require working outside part-time
- The position will require walking on varied and difficult terrain
- The position will require wearing a uniform
- Basic knowledge of ArcGIS and ability to work independently are necessities
- The position will be paid; but NPS cannot provide housing or other benefits
- No public transportation available to the job site
- The position will be hired under the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP). Under this hiring program, applicants must be enrolled in school in Fall 2010.
- Applicants must meet all Federal hiring standards, including U.S. Citizenship
- Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license
- A full position description is available upon request.
Please forward your resume via email by APRIL 16, 2010 to the following address:
Ben Helwig, GIS Specialist
ben_helwig [at] nps [dot] gov
703-289-2543 (phone)
703-289-2526 (fax)
You will be required to provide additional paperwork to complete the application process.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
GIS Technician in Woodbridge, VA
Prince William Service Authority
GIS Technician I
Position # 01040
Location: Woodbridge, VA
Salary Rate: $21.11/hourly
Closing Date: 3/8/10
Work involves geospatial product creation, data editing and cartographic map production. Project work largely focused on maintaining the geospatial data related to the water and sewer network. AA degree in drafting, GIS or related field and 1-2 years experience. Part-time position up to 35 hours/week. Must have valid driver’s license, pass pre-employment drug screen and background check. Prospective applicants may view the full job description and apply online at www.pwcsa.org. EOE
GIS Technician I
Position # 01040
Location: Woodbridge, VA
Salary Rate: $21.11/hourly
Closing Date: 3/8/10
Work involves geospatial product creation, data editing and cartographic map production. Project work largely focused on maintaining the geospatial data related to the water and sewer network. AA degree in drafting, GIS or related field and 1-2 years experience. Part-time position up to 35 hours/week. Must have valid driver’s license, pass pre-employment drug screen and background check. Prospective applicants may view the full job description and apply online at www.pwcsa.org. EOE
Friday, February 19, 2010
Internship Opportunities with TASC
A note to students: TASC, Inc. (formerly part of Northrop Grumman) is likely to have one or two paid internship opportunities for this spring/summer in Lorton, VA (just off exit 166A on route 95).
Students would have an opportunity to work on a software research and development project supporting visualization of large datasets in geospatial software, such as Google Earth, World Wind, Satellite Toolkit, and ArcGIS.
Interested individuals with some GIS and programming experience should contact allen.harvey@tasc.com with a resume attached. This internship does not guarantee a job with TASC, Inc. at its conclusion and/or graduation. United States citizenship is required.
Students would have an opportunity to work on a software research and development project supporting visualization of large datasets in geospatial software, such as Google Earth, World Wind, Satellite Toolkit, and ArcGIS.
Interested individuals with some GIS and programming experience should contact allen.harvey@tasc.com with a resume attached. This internship does not guarantee a job with TASC, Inc. at its conclusion and/or graduation. United States citizenship is required.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
National Geospatial-Intelligence Virtual Career Fair
The United States Intelligence Community (IC) invites students to attend the IC Virtual Career Fair. This is an online, interactive event for job seekers – and it is absolutely free to attend.
Tuesday, March 16
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET
From the comfort of your computer you can:
• Visit virtual booths for Intelligence Community agencies
• Explore career opportunities
• Chat with recruiters
• Apply for job openings
• Network with other job seekers
• Watch video presentations
Career opportunities are available in a variety of fields, including:
• Business Management
• Cybersecurity/Information Assurance
• Engineering
• Foreign Language
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Intelligence Analysis
• Law Enforcement
• Physical Sciences
• Many others
The following Intelligence Community agencies will be participating in the fair:
• Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
• Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
• Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
• National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
• National Security Agency (NSA)
• Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI)
• Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)
Registration begins January 12.
Go to www.ICVirtualFair.com for more.
Tuesday, March 16
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET
From the comfort of your computer you can:
• Visit virtual booths for Intelligence Community agencies
• Explore career opportunities
• Chat with recruiters
• Apply for job openings
• Network with other job seekers
• Watch video presentations
Career opportunities are available in a variety of fields, including:
• Business Management
• Cybersecurity/Information Assurance
• Engineering
• Foreign Language
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Intelligence Analysis
• Law Enforcement
• Physical Sciences
• Many others
The following Intelligence Community agencies will be participating in the fair:
• Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
• Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
• Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
• National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
• National Security Agency (NSA)
• Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI)
• Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)
Registration begins January 12.
Go to www.ICVirtualFair.com for more.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Senior Software Developer with NASA Contractor
Summary: Experienced software developer sought to join the staff of INNOVIM, to work on a project at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (NASA/GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD. The position calls for software development and Web applications experience.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Provide programming, web application development and deployment support for an Earth science data project at NASA/GSFC. This work will encompass:
• Develop and implement a Web service and client to provide data archive interrogation, retrieval and processing services.
• Lead deployment and software testing efforts. Support end-user community.
• Support the existing code base and improve current functionality.
• Fix defects associated with the application and potentially prototype new architectural features.
• Interface with network and system administration staff.
• Author technical documentation such as API and user manual.
• Coordinate and lead client status meetings and author status reports.
• Mentor and lead junior engineers
• Conduct configuration management on code, technical documentation and libraries
• Handle the technical aspects of development; implement necessary functionality from a technical specification such as UML.
• Work directly with customers, users, and management to help determine and solve the customer needs in the development of future versions of project objectives.
Required Qualifications Experience:
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
• High level of proficiency with Java, SOAP and REST, AXIS, XML. (5+ years)
• Hands-on experience in full software development cycle. (5+ years)
• Experience interfacing with external customer
• Experience with Ant build/deployment scripting is a plus.
• Experience with OGC specifications a plus, such as WMS, WCS, and OpenSearch
• Experience with remote sensing data, technologies a plus
• Experience with Perl or PHP a plus
• Solid grasp of relational database systems such as Postgres, configuring Apache/Tomcat
• Experience with source control tools such as Subversion or CVS
• Experience conducting testing w/ external user community
• Professional skills: ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to understand and master new technologies quickly.
• Ability to quickly understand and solve unique and undocumented programming problems.
• Strong desire to learn new technologies
• Must be energetic and self-starting
Special Conditions:
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
For more information and to apply, visit the INNOVIM website.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Provide programming, web application development and deployment support for an Earth science data project at NASA/GSFC. This work will encompass:
• Develop and implement a Web service and client to provide data archive interrogation, retrieval and processing services.
• Lead deployment and software testing efforts. Support end-user community.
• Support the existing code base and improve current functionality.
• Fix defects associated with the application and potentially prototype new architectural features.
• Interface with network and system administration staff.
• Author technical documentation such as API and user manual.
• Coordinate and lead client status meetings and author status reports.
• Mentor and lead junior engineers
• Conduct configuration management on code, technical documentation and libraries
• Handle the technical aspects of development; implement necessary functionality from a technical specification such as UML.
• Work directly with customers, users, and management to help determine and solve the customer needs in the development of future versions of project objectives.
Required Qualifications Experience:
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
• High level of proficiency with Java, SOAP and REST, AXIS, XML. (5+ years)
• Hands-on experience in full software development cycle. (5+ years)
• Experience interfacing with external customer
• Experience with Ant build/deployment scripting is a plus.
• Experience with OGC specifications a plus, such as WMS, WCS, and OpenSearch
• Experience with remote sensing data, technologies a plus
• Experience with Perl or PHP a plus
• Solid grasp of relational database systems such as Postgres, configuring Apache/Tomcat
• Experience with source control tools such as Subversion or CVS
• Experience conducting testing w/ external user community
• Professional skills: ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to understand and master new technologies quickly.
• Ability to quickly understand and solve unique and undocumented programming problems.
• Strong desire to learn new technologies
• Must be energetic and self-starting
Special Conditions:
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
For more information and to apply, visit the INNOVIM website.
Monday, January 25, 2010
U.S. Department of State Internships
The U.S. Department of State forwards this message:
"We are pleased to inform you that we are now accepting applications for the Fall 2010 Student Internship Program. Please click here for more information, and to view the vacancy on USAJobs and start the online application process.
Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is March 04, 2010. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a student in good academic standing in order to be eligible.
Please read the vacancy announcement for all eligibility requirements. We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State."
"We are pleased to inform you that we are now accepting applications for the Fall 2010 Student Internship Program. Please click here for more information, and to view the vacancy on USAJobs and start the online application process.
Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is March 04, 2010. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a student in good academic standing in order to be eligible.
Please read the vacancy announcement for all eligibility requirements. We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State."
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Cartographic Technician/GIS in Northern VA
Salary Range: $50-75k/year (based on level of experience)
Position Type: Contract to Hire
Duration: 6 months
Number of Openings: 2 (hiring immediately)
Client: Our client is a large government integrator in Northern, VA that supports the NGA and other defense clients in the area.
Job Description:
1) Responsible for translating geographic information about the earth's surface and the objects found on it, into a topographical and/or aeronautical map.
2) Compiles geographic data from a variety of sources including satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
3) Works with related GIS software and programs to create and maintain maps that can be combined with geographically referenced data.
4) Meets with users to define data needs, project requirements/required outputs, or to develop applications.
5) Analyzes spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.
6) Enters new map data through use of a digitizer or by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales.
7) Works on problems of diverse scope.
8) Acts as advisor to a division or teams within the division and becomes actively involved as required to meet schedules or resolve problems.
9) Contributes to the development of the organization's goals and objectives.
Required Education/Skills:
1) Bachelor's degree in a GIS, Cartography, scientific or equivalent discipline
2) 2+ years of related experience with ArcGIS and cartographic production knowledge of standard DoD products
3) Must have DoD experience/ knowledge and the ability to obtain a US Clearance
http://www.aerotek.com/
Keywords: TLM, JOG, TPC, ONC, MDG, Atlas, EVC, ICM, GIS, geospatial, geography, cartography, arcgis, maps, mapping.
Position Type: Contract to Hire
Duration: 6 months
Number of Openings: 2 (hiring immediately)
Client: Our client is a large government integrator in Northern, VA that supports the NGA and other defense clients in the area.
Job Description:
1) Responsible for translating geographic information about the earth's surface and the objects found on it, into a topographical and/or aeronautical map.
2) Compiles geographic data from a variety of sources including satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
3) Works with related GIS software and programs to create and maintain maps that can be combined with geographically referenced data.
4) Meets with users to define data needs, project requirements/required outputs, or to develop applications.
5) Analyzes spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.
6) Enters new map data through use of a digitizer or by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales.
7) Works on problems of diverse scope.
8) Acts as advisor to a division or teams within the division and becomes actively involved as required to meet schedules or resolve problems.
9) Contributes to the development of the organization's goals and objectives.
Required Education/Skills:
1) Bachelor's degree in a GIS, Cartography, scientific or equivalent discipline
2) 2+ years of related experience with ArcGIS and cartographic production knowledge of standard DoD products
3) Must have DoD experience/ knowledge and the ability to obtain a US Clearance
http://www.aerotek.com/
Keywords: TLM, JOG, TPC, ONC, MDG, Atlas, EVC, ICM, GIS, geospatial, geography, cartography, arcgis, maps, mapping.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
GIS Analyst in Chantilly, VA
Job Title: GIS Analyst
Salary: $44-55k/year (negotiable upon level of experience)
Location: Chantilly, VA
Duration: 4 - 6 months on contract to hire
Placement Type: Contract to Hire
Available Openings: 3
Job Description/Tasks:
The GIS Analyst candidate will be responsible for working closely with linguists in the extraction and quality control of data from cartography sources and imagery. They will be doing Quality Control. The GIS Analyst will be using primarily ArcGIS and Geonames database - GNDB, as well as software that is proprietary to our client. This position does not involve GIS editing or topology.
Minimum Qualifications:
1) BS in Geography, environmental science or GIS
2) 1-5 years of GIS experience
3) Must be proficient with ArcGIS and understand excel
4) Must be able to obtain a secret level clearance
5) Must understand placements on imagery
6) Must have strong QC (quality control) attributes
7) Must be detailed oriented
8) Experience with Geonames/ GNDB a huge plus
For More Information on How to Apply, Contact:
Amber Hendershot, Technical Recruiter
Aerotek Architecture, Engineering and Construction
(703) 279-2414
Salary: $44-55k/year (negotiable upon level of experience)
Location: Chantilly, VA
Duration: 4 - 6 months on contract to hire
Placement Type: Contract to Hire
Available Openings: 3
Job Description/Tasks:
The GIS Analyst candidate will be responsible for working closely with linguists in the extraction and quality control of data from cartography sources and imagery. They will be doing Quality Control. The GIS Analyst will be using primarily ArcGIS and Geonames database - GNDB, as well as software that is proprietary to our client. This position does not involve GIS editing or topology.
Minimum Qualifications:
1) BS in Geography, environmental science or GIS
2) 1-5 years of GIS experience
3) Must be proficient with ArcGIS and understand excel
4) Must be able to obtain a secret level clearance
5) Must understand placements on imagery
6) Must have strong QC (quality control) attributes
7) Must be detailed oriented
8) Experience with Geonames/ GNDB a huge plus
For More Information on How to Apply, Contact:
Amber Hendershot, Technical Recruiter
Aerotek Architecture, Engineering and Construction
(703) 279-2414
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