A GIS Internship with the Port of Portland has just been advertised. To see the details: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/portofportland/default.cfm?action=viewjob&JobID=1158935&headerfooter=1&WDDXJobSearchParams The PSU Geospatial Information Society will host its ever-popular annual Career Panel on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 - 5:30 pm, Cramer Hall 413
Our panelists, consisting of GIS professionals from the Portland metro region, will talk about the GIS employment landscape, discuss the qualities and knowledge that their organizations look for in job candidates, offer job search tips, and answer questions from the audience. A representative from PSU Advising and Career Services will also be present to talk about job search strategies, and to describe the ways that Career Services can provide assistance. Food, of course, will be available! The Bureau of Environmental Services offers internship opportunities to students enrolled in a trade school training program, or college or university undergraduate or graduate program, preferably in a field related to the mission and scope of the bureau's work. The trade school, college or university must be located in Oregon or Washington, or the applicant must be a resident of the Portland Metropolitan Area.
Internships for students in engineering, environmental or wastewater programs may be available in the following areas: Engineering Design and Construction Assist design or construction management professionals with work in surface water quality, stormwater management, stream restoration, sewerage system management, pump stations, treatment plant and pipeline projects. Tasks may involve database management, research, permit plan review, AutoCAD drafting and general office work. Watershed Services Assist with technical work in support of watershed planning as part of a multidisciplinary team of professional planners, scientists and engineers. Typical assignments include field sampling and data collection, presentations to the public, public involvement, stewardship activities, research, data management, report preparation, and preparing maps, figures and drawings. Modeling and GIS Support modeling and GIS projects, which includes modeling data preparation, research investigation, data base updating, and mapping production. Industrial Source Control, Coordinated Site Assessment and Brownfields Program Assist technical staff in monitoring industrial discharges to the sewer system. Tasks may include data collection, equipment calibration, field investigations and research regarding industrial users. Perform research and field work in support of Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, write reports and letters, perform filing and general office duties. Provide general and administrative support to the Portland Brownfields Program through representation at neighborhood meetings and public events, amending program website, and conducting research. Wastewater Assist operations and maintenance staff with seasonal maintenance and a variety of special projects at the city's Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant. Positions are also available in the Collection Systems Operations and Maintenance Division, performing field work, updating various databases, and assisting in Asset Management. For more information, click here or visit the City of Portland's website and search for Environmental Services Internship. Global Forest Watch at the World Resources Institute is hiring a GIS intern for Summer 2015. GIS Intern, Global Forest Watch https://careers-wri.icims.com/jobs/1879/gis-intern%2c-global-forest-watch/job All applications must be received online to be considered. Portland Public Schools (PPS) seeks a qualified Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist intern to work on a half-time basis through June 30th, 2015. The internship will start on or before Monday April 13th, 2015. This is a great opportunity to work on an Active Transportation planning project that spans 2,306 miles of routes to school within a 152 square mile service area that includes portions of unincorporated Multnomah County, as well as portions of Clackamas and Washington Counties. The project will benefit over 45,000 students served by the District. POSITION DESCRIPTION The intern will support a GIS Planning Specialist and produce spatial and non-spatial data/information relevant to pedestrian network analysis, student walk-area assessment, and student walk route finding. The intern will produce maps and report graphics. Field verification of data and mapping is required. This is a paid, limited term position and renewable for up to three months dependent on available funding. PPS will provide a workstation and all required software to complete assigned tasks. The individual in this position must demonstrate understanding and compliance with PPS policies and procedures, and applicable rules, regulations and laws. The position requires a criminal background check and reference check. QUALIFICATIONS Education. Required:
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Please send a letter of interest, current resume, and two references to: Justin Fallon Dollard, PPS Planning and Asset Management [email protected] no later than 5pm, Friday April 3rd, 2015. The position will remain open until qualified applicants are identified. This position may close early. General inquires and questions should be sent to: [email protected]. Clean Water Services is looking for a university intern (6 month duration, flexible hours). The Watershed Management Department within Clean Water Services is hiring a temporary university intern. The job posting is here This position is an excellent opportunity for a current or recently graduated student to develop GIS experience working for a nationally-recognized stream restoration program in the public sector. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, ecologically-minded individual with a strong desire to learn new skills in GIS and data management. Additional Internship Information: · Temporary position for a maximum of six months · Flexible schedule: part-time up to full-time (24-40 hours per week) Link to Internship Posting Applicant questions and such can be routed through the HR contact on the posting. A great GIS student opportunity with the Capital Finance and Planning group in DAS: We are now recruiting for a student worker position to help out on the GIS front. http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oregon/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=1029422 Job Title: Habitat Monitoring Internship Location: Portland, OR Duration: Early June 2014 to August 29, 2014 Expected Start Date: No later than June 23, 2014 Department(s): Habitat and Monitoring Overview: The Freshwater Trust, a non-profit leader in stream and river restoration, is offering a Habitat Monitoring Internship. The Habitat and Monitoring Departments are seeking an intern to assist with the collection of field data to assess the effectiveness of restoration work designed to benefit salmon and steelhead. Work will be conducted in a team setting. Please note that the majority of this work will be conducted in the field on the Sandy and John Day rivers. Position Responsibilities:
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Position Type/Hours: Full-time, fixed-duration (2-3 months) Compensation: $1,000 stipend per month Application Instructions Supply the following documents in a single PDF not to exceed 5MB in the order listed below:
Submit required information and documentation at: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form?EQBCT=4a16679f639b473e87f12aec42a208ab Please, no phone or email inquiries about this position. The Freshwater Trust is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection of candidates for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, military service, family medical history, legal source of income, gender identity, political affiliation, or family leave obligations. |
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