Position details: 16-week Summer Intern Position starting in May 2025

Position title: Geographic Information System (GIS) Intern

Note: *Position availability pending final funding confirmation*

Taking care of our environment has never been more important than it is today. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is looking for an Intern, GIS Technician to join a team committed to protecting our most important natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.

NCC is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962, we have brought people together to conserve and restore more than 15 million hectares across Canada. NCC takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.

NCC recognizes that we work on lands that have long been cared for by Indigenous Peoples under their own laws and knowledge systems. We are committed to transforming how we do our work, advancing Reconciliation through conservation, and working with Indigenous Peoples in meaningful, respectful, and supportive ways.

Purpose and General Description:

Are you passionate about conserving some of Saskatchewan’s most important natural spaces? Do you want to have a positive, lasting impact on nature? Are you looking for a well-rounded position to kick-start your conservation career with hands-on experience? We want to hear from you!

NCC is looking for a passionate person to join the Saskatchewan stewardship team as a Geographic Information System (GIS) Intern. Working closely with NCC’s Conservation Science and Planning Manager, the GIS Intern will be responsible for assisting with the delivery of all regional spatial database management and support services through the 2025 field season. Additionally, the GIS Intern will assist with data management within NCC’s internal Land Resource Manager database. The GIS Intern may be required to work directly with other Conservation and Stewardship department team members, as well as partner organizations and volunteers. This position is intended to provide an inspiring, learning-focused environment for a junior professional.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will support Conservation Science staff with:

  • Updating the NCC Land Resource Manager (LRM) with new and existing conservation project information
  • Performing quality assurance/quality control of data
  • Assisting the Regional Conservation, Development, Communications, and Management teams with mapping, data management, and other information needs as required
  • Compiling data from partners and organizing data submissions to partner organizations.
  • Providing the summer Stewardship field staff with LRM, GIS and GPS support as needed
  • Performing data queries for reporting purposes.
  • Assisting with Stewardship or Engagement related fieldwork as needed
  • The management of new and existing spatial data.
  • Assisting with the production of various map products and spatial datasets, as needed.
  • Working closely with other staff to coordinate data integration of historical data sources or incompatible formats
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Attributes:

This posting is targeted to individuals possessing the following skills and traits:

  • Database use and management experience, including data entry
  • Strong working knowledge of other common software applications (e.g., Word, Access, Excel)
  • Knowledge of data quality standards and the ability to identify and address data quality issues
  • Experience with ArcGIS desktop software that includes but is not limited to:
  • Managing, maintaining, and editing spatial datasets
  • Producing maps and/or other graphic products and reports
  • Analyzing spatial data with geoprocessing tools.
  • Experience with ArcGIS Online tools including Field Maps and Survey 123 considered a strong asset
  • Knowledge of GPS technology and familiarity with field data collection methods
  • A strong ability to manage timelines and expectations independently, while delivering quality results
  • Ability to communicate clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means
  • Work experience or education in biology, ecology, or conservation considered an asset
  • Ability to manage highly confidential material
  • Commitment to NCC’s purpose and values
  • Strong willingness to learn new things
  • Excellent attention to detail, and ability to stay motivated and focused on repetitive tasks
  • Positive attitude, and an ability to embrace challenges and solve problems creatively

Terms of Employment:

  • Subject to funding, this is a 16-week position from May 5, 2025, until August 25, 2025;
  • Compensation: $18/hour;
  • The position is based out of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Application Deadline

April 14, 2025 | 11:59pm EST, 9:59pm Mountain Time, 8:59pm Pacific Time, 10:50pm CST, 00:59 am +1 AST

At NCC, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe, barrier free and inclusive, workplace, where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We strive for bold conservation achievements in which equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are the norm. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. NCC implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, contact us by email at hr@natureconservancy.ca to make any required arrangements. If you have questions regarding accessible employment at NCC, please email us at hr@natureconservancy.ca.