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State of Iowa - Executive Branch · 16 hours ago

Geospatial Information Systems Intern

Ames, IA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$16.95/hr - $16.95/hr

The State of Iowa - Executive Branch is seeking a Geospatial Information Systems Intern to support spatial data collection and maintenance efforts. The intern will assist the GIS Coordinator with various GIS and data activities, including data evaluation, maintenance of GIS data, and development of training materials.

AssociationConsultingNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Review and evaluation of GPS tablet data for quality

Maintenance and development of the bureau-based GIS data, metadata, web-services and web-maps

Collecting data using imagery of assets such as guardrail, attenuators, etc…

Assisting with the development of basic ArcGIS desktop, tablet training, webinar recording, and web map training materials

Development and maintenance of paper map series for DOT staff

Creating new databases and entering information from paper documents

Preparation of new geodatabases for use with ESRI FieldMaps, Survey123 or QuickCapture apps

Documenting and maintaining records on data processing procedures

Conducting digital and paper document research

Collecting field data using Survey123, Collector, FieldMaps, QuickCapture applications on an IPad

Development of ArcGIS Dashboards, Storymaps, etc

Evaluating new tools for field data collection, analysis, etc…

Learning new geospatial software packages to support data management efforts

Qualification

ArcGISGPS data evaluationGeospatial softwareDatabase creationField data collectionData processing documentationSoft skills

Required

Currently enrolled students in a degree program pertaining to the position duties

Preference for students going to school in Iowa

Ability to report to Ames duty station

Experience with GPS tablet data review and evaluation

Experience with GIS data maintenance and development

Ability to collect data using imagery of assets

Experience assisting with the development of ArcGIS desktop and tablet training materials

Experience in development and maintenance of paper map series

Ability to create new databases and enter information from paper documents

Experience in preparation of new geodatabases for use with ESRI FieldMaps, Survey123 or QuickCapture apps

Ability to document and maintain records on data processing procedures

Experience conducting digital and paper document research

Ability to collect field data using Survey123, Collector, FieldMaps, QuickCapture applications on an iPad

Experience in development of ArcGIS Dashboards and Storymaps

Ability to evaluate new tools for field data collection and analysis

Willingness to learn new geospatial software packages

Company

State of Iowa - Executive Branch

If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together! The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you! There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more.

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