Wednesday, December 14, 2011

GIS Research Internship at the IML

Institute of Museum and Library Service (www.imls.gov) is looking for  a part-time paid research assistant position (at a GS-7 hourly rate) for a policy oriented research project.  The ideal candidate would be a first of second year of graduate student interested in working 20 hours a week for at least one year commitment.

Please contact Carlos A Manjarrez for more details: cmanjarres@imls.gv, 201-689-4927.


Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Job opportunity in a local company

A local company is looking for someone with experience in geodatabase design, implementation and management.

Please contact Dr. David Wong at dwong2@gmu.edu for more details if you are interested.

GGS Lab Tech Assistant

The department of Geography and Geoinformation Science at Mason is looking for a part-time lab assistant. Hours are flexible, and salary is depending on experience.

Please send your resume as an attachment to geogtech@gmu.edu
w/ the subject as "GGS Lab Assistant position."

Thursday, November 10, 2011

MDA Federal-15 positions available for Remote Sensing

Please see the position description of 15 positions from this site:
https://careers-mdaus.icims.com/jobs/1015/job

See also at the link: https://careers-mdaus.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchLocation=&searchCategory=&hashed=0 and follow the links to the career page.


See the URL: MDA Federal

Friday, September 30, 2011

Intern at USGS

Internship opportunity at USGS

The project seeks a student capable of developing within multiple application development environments such as Visual Basic and C# to augment the USGS personnel currently working on the project. The student would work with the project team to develop a 2D stratigraphic cross section correlation interface component that would enable USGS scientists to view and modify stratigraphic unit attributes and immediately see results of the changes in the stratigraphic cross section view.

Interested students should send a resume to Dr. David Wong at dwong2@gmu.edu

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Geospatial Analysts, Chantilly, VA

SAIC's Geospatial Intelligence Operation in Chantilly, VA is looking for full-time Geospatial Analysts. Work includes the creation of cartographic and feature data map products for DoD and IC customers.

Requirements:
-Bachelors degree in Geography or a related field. Degree must be completed, not in progress
-U.S. citizen and able to obtain a clearance should you be nominated for one-Basic ArcGIS skills

Please Contact
Josh Weinstein @ josh.s.weinstein@saic.com

Friday, September 16, 2011

GIS Developer, Chantilly VA

TEKsystems is looking for a GIS developer for a contract to permanent position in Chantilly, VA.

Duties: Responsible for performing development, analysis, design, coding, testing, verification and validation, and maintenance of custom geospatial desktop and web-based solutions including geospatial databases.

Required skills:
GIS
• 3+ years experience with ESRI 9.x technology with respect to the desktop client
• 2+ years experience with ESRI’s ArcGIS Server (9.x,10.x)REST and SOAP API’s
• Familiarity with Google Earth/KML
Development
• Experience developing traditional SOAP and REST-style HTTP services also highly desirable.
• 2+ years experience of ESRI Rich API including Flex
• 3+ years of .NET experience in creating tools for ArcGIS Desktop
• 2+ years experience with python development

Please contact:
12353, Sunrise Valley Dr,
Suite B
Reston, VA 20191
800-786-5211
T 703-476-3300
F 703-476-3394

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Cartographica Editorial Assistant Position Available in GGS

The Editor of the peer-reviewed, international journal, Cartographica, Dr Waters in GGS is looking for a student editorial assistant.

The primary duties are: 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.

The funding is for 8 hours per week at $12/hour. Employment would begin as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Ideally this individual would be a graduate student in the GGS Department but GGS undergraduates in their senior year will also be considered. To apply for this position please e-mail, as soon as possible, a brief statement of why you are interested in working in role along with an up-to-date resume to Professor Nigel Waters, Editor, Cartographica, at nwaters@gmu.edu


TA position in GGS

Geography and Geoinformation Science (GGS) at GMU is looking for a part-time Teaching Assistant who knows MATLAB. If you are interested, please contact:

Teri S. Fede (308-993-1212) or tfede@gmu.edu

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

GRA position at GMU

for Ph.D or MS Student. The student will work 20 hours per week to develop and maintain the Web page for the World AgroMeterological Information Service (WAMIS) of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

Requirements:
1. Proficient with web development and remote sensing data processing;
2. With experience and skills in web design, graphic design , web content management, and
site management;
3. 2+ years experience with HTML, CSS and XML;
4. 2+ years experience with Apache, MySQL and PHP;
5. Familiar with Linux;
6. Excellent written and oral communication skills;
7. Be able to work independently and with a multi-disciplinary team.

If you are interested in this part time GRA position, please send your resume to Dr. Xianjun Hao
(Email: xhao1@gmu.edu ).

Friday, July 29, 2011

Looking for a Geographer at Quantico

MCIA has an opening position for a Geographer (IS-0150-02) located in the Geospatial Division of the Production and Analysis Company at the Marine Corps Intelligence Activity at Quantico, VA.

Visit www.usajobs.gov and search the vacancy number: NE10150-02-5063294F079176

The closing date is on August 2, 2011.

Job Description:
Performs analysis and production tasks relative to various types of geographic products derived from the use of a GIS. With minimal supervision, takes the initiative to learn techniques and procedures for producing value-added mapping products for the US Marine Corps. Uses knowledge of geographic data sources including commercial imagery and National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency data to develop final products and interface with the customer to ensure complete satisfaction. Responsible for ensuring all products and data are properly archived for future retrieval. Multi-tasks to work simultaneous projects as requirement dictates. Prepares and presents oral and written briefings as required.

Paid Internship at Dept. of Health and Human Services Available Immediatly

DHHS/OS/SOC is looking for a graduate students to fill a paid internship position. Please contact him directly (see contact info below) if you are interested. US Citizenship is required.


Qualifications: Intro to ArcGIS; took Adv GIS Class; some type of real world experience (with a class project or other internship experience); Must be able to work 20 hrs a week.


Please contact: Ken Hopper (ken.Hopper@hhs.gov)
DHHS/OS/SOC
Phone: 202-619-7883/7800 (W)
Fax: 201-619-7890

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Management and Program Analyst at USAID

This position will be based in USAID's Office of Natural Resource Management (NRM) in the Bureau of Economic Growth and Trade. The individual selected will work closely with the Agency's Senior GIS (Geospatial Information Technology) Adviosr to pormote the use of geospatial information technologies to support USAID's objectives in improved enivironmental management, resource governance and sustainable use.
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See the details of this job posting here: http://www.fas.usda.gov/icd/drd/icdjobs.html.

Closing date of Announcement: 08/08/11

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

GIS Technician 1/Entry level

ARTS (ASRC Research and Technology Solutions) is looking for a GIS Technician with the following experience:
* with the Census/Tiger geospatial dataset
* with remote sensing and ortho photos from coursework or internships
* with GIS, QC/QA from coursework or internships

Requirement: BS in Geography or a related field & US Citizen or Permanent Residency.


Please visit: http://www.asrcfederal.com/asrcfederalcareer.htm
or send your resume to Tracey Thomas (Tracey.Thomas@ASRCFederal.com)

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

2 Geosptial Analyst Positions Available at USAID

2 Geospatial Analyst positions available at USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service located in Washington D.C.

See details at http://www.fas.usda.gov/icd/drd/icdjobs.html

Closing date: 06/20/11

Please contact: Abiola Adeyemi,USDA/FAS,
Abiola.Adeyemi@fas.usda.gov, Phone: (202) 720-8096.

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

GIS Developer/Analyst III-City of Alexandria

This is a full-time one year position. The position requires some experience and a Masters degree.

Payment: $50.00/hr with a possible extension.
Please contact for any questions:
Julie Kanzler, GISP
GIS Applications Lead/Principal GIS Analyst
City of Alexandria, VA
Julie.Kanzler@alxandriava.gov
703-746-3825

GIS Internship at Macfaddern-WDC.

Macfadden, a government contractor, dealing with the areas of international disaster response, development and humanitarian assistance, etc. is looking for a GIS intern who can work up to 30 hours per week in their D.C. office (metro accessible).

Payment: $ 12 per hours starting June 2011.
Please contact for more information:
Rhonda Scarbrough
8403 Colesville Road, Suite 400
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Phone: 301-588-5900, ext. 113 (office)
Fax: 888.685.9482.
Visit also www.macf.com/careers/careers.html

Paid Internship-RSM

RSM (www.rsmconsulting.us) in Herndon, VA is looking for interns who are capable to create unique and innovative maps that will be used internationally by a wide range of organizations.

Payment: $ 10- $ 15 per hours for 20-40 hrs per week.

Please contact: phillip.morrone@rsmconsulting.us for more information.

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Potential GIS Specialist Opportunity at FDA

The Office of Crisis Management at FDA has a summer student position to assist their GIS project during this summer. Candidates need to be currently enrolled as a full time student at Mason. The position is located in Silver Spring, MD and working hours will be from Monday to Friday, 8:00-4:30.

Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of ArcGIS software, ability to multi task, deal with short deadlines and excellent communications skills.

Please contact:
Wayne A. Gorski
Director, Program Operations and Coordination Staff
Office of Crisis Management
Food and Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Ave.
Bldg. 32, Room 2300
Silver Spring, MD 20993
Tel.: 301-796-8248
Fax: 301-847-8543
E-mail: Wayne.Gorski@fda.hhs.gov

Friday, April 15, 2011

GIS Programer Intern- World Bank (DC)

The Sustainable Development Network Information Services (SDNIS) group is seeking a summer intern to assist with the work of the GIS Team. The GIS Team supports Bank units with spatial analysis and GIS projects, including web-based mapping applications and data management. The intern would support the team in various projects specifically utilizing ESRI products.
SDNIS is currently looking to hire for an intern who will be responsible for the following tasks:

•Responsible for developing web applications using latest web technologies using ESRI’s ArcGIS Platform or other Open Source technologies.

•Responsible for GIS data conversion/editing, GIS map production, spatial database management, spatial analysis/reporting tasks.

•Design, create, edit, and maintain geodatabases and metadata.

Timing:
It is anticipated that the assignment outlined above will commence by May 2, 2011 and end July 29, 2011. Hours can be flexible, averaging 20 hours a week.

If interested please email resumes to: sdngis@worldbank.org with subject: Internship

GIS Internship at World Bank (DC)

The Sustainable Development Network Information Services (SDNIS) group is seeking a summer intern to assist with the work of the GIS Team. The GIS Team supports Bank units with spatial analysis and GIS projects, including web-based mapping applications and data management. The intern would support the team in various projects specifically utilizing ESRI products.
SDNIS is currently looking to hire for an intern who will be responsible for the following tasks:

•Utilize current GIS platforms, such as ESRI (Arc 10), Google Earth and various open source software to perform GIS data conversion/editing, map production, spatial database management, and spatial analysis calculations

•Design, create, edit, and maintain geodatabases and metadata.

•Perform research and writing assignments as needed

TIMING

It is anticipated that the assignment outlined above will commence by May 2, 2011 and end July 29, 2011. Hours can be flexible, averaging 20 hours a week.


•Administrative duties to assist in preparation of trainings, seminars, etc.

If interested please email resumes and cover letters to: sdngis@worldbank.org with subject: Internship

Monday, April 11, 2011

NGA Internship: Open Application Period for Summer 2012

The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) will be accepting internship applications for the summer of 2012, August 1, through October 1, 2011!

NGA interns are considered our workforce of the future!We strive to hire successful students who are enrolled in the internship program. Interns are selected and aligned to specific work roles based on their area of study. During the internship, skills and work ethics are assessed to determine the student's potential as a future full time employee with NGA. Following are the basic internship requirements for
consideration:

Minimum Requirements:
* US Citizenship
* 18 yrs or older
* Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university,
working towards a baccalaureate or graduate degree that aligns with an
NGA work role
* Able to obtain a top secret security clearance
* Have and maintain a 3.0 overall GPA on a 4.0 scale
* Commit to at least 10 consecutive weeks of work during summer break

Accepted Majors (List does not include all accepted majors)
* Accounting/Business
* Aeronautical Science
* Computer Science
* Imagery Science
* International Affairs
* National Security and Intelligence Security
* Political Science
* Physical Science

GIS Analyst, Chesapeake Public Schools, Chesapeake, Virginia

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks:
Geocodes student records, Documents and QCs GIS data errors, Updates and maintains GIS layers and shapefiles, Produces paper and digital maps, Maintains and creates school floor plans in GIS, Analyzes GIS and school data for specific projects, Meets with other school administration and staff regarding GIS

Knowledge/Skills:
The GIS Analyst must be proficient with Microsoft Office and ArcGIS 9.x/10. This position requires good written and oral communication skills. Additionally, the GIS Analyst must be able to work through technical problems with minimal supervision. The ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines is also required.

Apply Online at:
http://www.cpschools.com/departments/personnel/job_description_new.php?id=64

The starting salary range is $44,317 - $52,671. This is a 12-month position and is available July 1, 2011. The job closes on April 18, 2011.

For general questions, please contact Janae Nakata:
Email: Janae.Nakata@cpschools.com
Phone: 757/547-0580
Fax: 757/547-0142

Research Assistant at USGS

Working with the Global Mineral Resource Assessment Project, this position will provide data collection/compilation activities.

Looking for someone who is computer expertise in a database development, management, data analysis, and web publication activities. Minimal knowledge and skills with ArcGIS, Excel, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop software are required.


Work Location: Eastern Mineral & Environmental Resources Sci, Ctr.
MS 954, USGS National Center
Reston, VA

Starting Day: May 2011

Contact: send a resume to Dr. David Wong (dwong2@gmu.edu)

Monday, March 21, 2011

Mid-level GIS Developer at TEKsystems (Chantilly, VA)

TEKsystems has partnered with a government integrator to identify a GIS developer for a contract to permanent position in Chantilly VA. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for performing analysis, design, coding, testing, verification and validation, and maintenance of custom geospatial desktop and web-based solutions including geospatial databases. Analyzes and documents software requirements, prepares design specifications, develops software, creates and implements test plans and installation packages on a C#.Net / ArcGIS platform. Uses knowledge of software lifecycle processes to ensure quality applications are designed, tested and delivered.

Intimately familiar with ESRI 9.x technology with respect to the desktop client
• 3+ years experience
Experience with ESRI’s ArcGIS Server (9.x,10.x)REST and SOAP API’s
• 2+ years experience
Familiarity with Google Earth/KML

Development

Experience developing traditional SOAP and REST-style HTTP services also highly desirable.

Deep understanding of ESRI Rich API including Flex
• 2+ years experience
.NET experience in creating tools for ArcGIS Desktop
• 3+ years experience
Experience with python development
• 2+ years experience

Contact:
Caroline Morris
Technical Recruiter
12353 Sunrise Valley Dr Suite B Reston, VA 20191
703.476.3319
703.476.3391
http://www.teksystems.com/

GIS Analyst Internship at Dewberry

Please see the website to apply:

http://www.dewberry.com/jobs/.asp and type, "GIS Analyst"

Currently two internship opportunities in Fairfax, VA are available.

Required skills: a B.S. degree in Geography or GIS;
Knowledge, interest, and project experience in GIS applications; ESRI product experience; strong oral and written communication skills.

Keep America Beautiful Inc. Summer/Fall 2001 internships (Washington DC)

Keep America Beautiful has a summer internship stipend for one
environmental studies student.

The primary purpose of this internship includes:

- Help to create and implement a school recycling competition program
- Help to review and grant recycling bins to various entities
- Conduct research into various best management practices and create case study documents
- Mine KAB recycling data to profile participants and needs

QUALIFICATIONS:

The position(s) is open to graduate or undergraduate students with a concentration in environmental science, conservation, natural resources or other related fields. Applicants should have:

- Strong verbal and written skills
- Good organizational skills and be detail oriented
- The ability to work independently and in teams
- The ability to learn fast and follow directions
- The ability to use PCs including Microsoft Office applications.
- Be punctual


Contact:

Kelley Dennings, PMP
Director of Recycling Programs and Services
Keep America Beautiful
1030 15th St, NW, Washington, DC 20005
202.688.0605 - office, 919.355.8102 - cell

2011 DataONE Summer Internship Program

Please see,
http://www.dataone/org/content/2011-summer-internship-program for further details and application procedures.

Open to all undergraduate students, graduate students, and postgraduates.

Please contact: Bruce E. Wilson (wilsonbe@ornl.gov)
Information Technology Services Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
1-865-574-6651

GIS Technician, University Hire at Bechtel (Frederick, MD)

Essential Job Duties:

Assist in assessing GIS project needs, develop conceptual design, and plan implementation.

Document workflows, COTS requirements, data conversion specifications.

Ability to work with various GIS and CADD data formats and perform data conversions and clean-up needed for GIS projects.

Responsible for pursuit of new GIS projects and clients and help conduct client presentations.

Provide technical writing to support GIS metadata and project documentation.

Assist GIS Supervisor in all phases of development, including: needs analysis, requirements definition, application and database design, data development, application programming, installation, quality control, user training, acceptance testing, and system rollout.

Develop GIS deliverables, such as spatial data, cartographic maps, and GIS spatial analyses.

Travel to and stay at jobsites in the U.S. and overseas for up to several weeks at a time.

Apply Online at:

https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/career?company=Bechtel

Requisition Code: #*15581*

Friday, March 4, 2011

NCSE Campus to Careers (C2C) Program (Washington DC)

C2C is hiring an Environmental Policy Intern that will work in the Nation's capital to support Pollinator Partnership initiatives aimed at:

1) Promoting public awareness through efforts in support of the Congressional Pollinator Protection Caucus and National Pollinator Week, June 20-26, 2011

2) Advancing pollinator-beneficial practices on highway rights of way under existing authorities and through amendments to transportation reauthorization legislation, by assisting in research and outreach to Federal agency and Capital Hill staff and other interested stakeholders.

The internship will be based in Washington, DC from late March to June, with the possibility for an extension into the summer months. The intern will be compensated on an hourly basis and a medical insurance plan in included. No assistance is available for housing or transportation (other than DC-based, on-the-job travel).

Interested applicants should send an email to C2C@NCSEonline.org with a resume and application materials attached. For more information about this and other internship opportunities, visit www.ncseonline.org/CampustoCareers.

Partime positions at SAIC (Chantilly)

Job duties:
Scanning, correcting, and geo-referencing foreign produced geospatial products

Location:
SAIC Chantilly

Pay:
$15/hour
Hours are flexible and we can work towards getting you cleared

Requirements:
U.S. citizen
Experience with Adobe Photoshop
Coursework in geography and GIS

Contact:
Josh Weinstein
Program Manager
Geospatial Intelligence Operation at
josh.s.weinstein@saic.com
or By Phone: 703-676-9253

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's Student Career Experience Program (SCEP)

The Mapping and Boundary Branch of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM)is looking for a paid student position as a full or part-time basis (GS-5level). This position will work as a Cartographer/GIS specialist in their office in Herndon, VA.

Requirements:

Basic knowledge of ArcGIS and ability to work independently; must meet all Federal hiring standards including U.S. Citizenship.

Please send your resume via email by APRIL 12, 2011 to Doug.Vandegraft@boemre.gov

For more detailed information, contact:

Dough Vandegraft, Chief Mapping and Boundary Branch
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
703-787-1312 (phone)
703-878-1236 (fax)

Friday, February 18, 2011

Summer Internship at NAVTEQ-Chicago

Are you interested in areas of computer vision, computer graphics, data mining, machine learning and mobile development? and would like to enhance your experience by working with large-scale real world data?

NAVTEQ Research provides a unique opportunity to work on
a wide range of products and technologies that lead to some
of the most innovative solutions for data collection, 3D content
creation, location based services, data mining, and creative consumer experiences.


Contact:
Dr. Chen, Xin
Email: xin.chen@navteq.com

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Development Operational Hydrologist at the NOAA/NWS Alaska Region River Forecast Center in Anchorage, AK

Job Title: Hydrologist (DOH) GS-1315-14 (DE/CR)
Department: Department Of Commerce
Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Sub Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Job Announcement Number: NWS-AR-2011-0055

SALARY RANGE:$98,638.00 - $128,227.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD:Tuesday, February 08, 2011 to Monday, February 14, 2011
SERIES & GRADE:GS-1315-14/14
POSITION INFORMATION:Full-Time Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:14
DUTY LOCATIONS: Anchorage, AK
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:Public: All QUALIFIED U.S. Citizens.

This position is also open to Status (MAP) applicants under Vacancy Announcement # NWS-AR-2011-0054. If you wish to be considered under both announcements, you must apply for each one separately.

Contact for Submission Instructions:
Roy Bethard
Human Resources Advisor
303-497-3185
roy.bethard@noaa.gov

Friday, January 28, 2011

National Weather Service’s (NWS) Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) : January 19 – February 28 2011

The SCEP Program provides students with valuable work experience under guidance and direction of a university. The Student Trainee positions with the National Weather Service is in disciplines of meteorology and hydrology. Students complete at least 640 hours of career-related work. They are paid for their services (salary commensurate with applicant’s education) and receive a number of employee benefits, annual and sick leave, to cite two. Please note that the position does not include a housing stipend or relocation costs. Upon completion of the program and graduation, the student may be offered a full-time position at the NWS on a non-competitive basis.

Contact:
Local GMU contact: Dr. Sheryl Beach slbeach@gmu.edu
Email:
nws.scep-reply@noaa.gov for additional details

Note:
Applications must be received by February 28, 2011