Geographic Information System Internship at African Wildlife Foundation (AWF)

The GIS Intern will primarily provide support in several areas including data acquisition and editing, and will also participate in field work activities. S/he will focus on generating and integrating spatial data to abet characterization of conservation targets and threats and documentation of AWF’s conservation impact.

Responsibilities

• Digitize features (roads, streams, infrastructure, and settlements) from satellite imagery via Google Earth and ArcGIS software.
• Participate in site-level resource mapping programs.
• Compile, maintain, and analyze spatial data from various sources.
• Field spatial data capture using Global Positioning System (GPS) or Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART)/CyberTracker in AWF landscapes.
• Migrate micro files into GIS database.
• Perform any other duties involving application of GIS and remote sensing in support of AWF.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Geomatic Engineering, Environmental science or Natural Resource Management.
• Exposure to subjects relating to Geographical Information Systems and remote sensing, conservation, and natural resources management.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS 10.4x and GPS-based data capture skills, SMART/CyberTracker, Google Earth KML/KMZ is essential.