Internship - US Army Corps of Engineers GIS

Position Summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is the leading federal provider of outdoor recreation and attracts over 335 million visitors annually to our lake and river projects in 43 states. The purpose of providing the intern at the Kansas City District Office is to update GIS databases in support of the Environmental and Natural Resource Management mission.

Schedule

September 30, 2024 - March 30, 2025

Position Location: Kansas City, MO

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Intern will assist in organization of existing data, and further development of the GIS database and attributes related to land management. Utilizing existing GIS data, historical and technical documents, the intern will organize, verify and further develop existing feature layers in ArcGIS Pro. Intern will likewise populate attribute tables with information related to real estate documents, land use, and acres. Intern will also compare and reconcile various feature layers and historical records. This work will require limited travel to/from lake project sites to gather GIS data and related documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must wear required attire by SCA while on duty.
• Must possess and maintain valid driver's license.
• Possess good verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from USACE staff
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro.
• Must be able to access USACE networked computer, necessitating successful completion of Tier I background investigation pending favorable review of fingerprint check, SF85 Questionnaire for non-sensitive positions, and OF 306 declaration for federal [volunteer] employment forms.

Preferred Qualifications

• GIS/GPS data collection
• Microsoft Excel
• Working towards a BA in natural sciences, conservation, environmental science, land management or similar.

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

No housing available; intern will receive monthly housing allowance to find their own local housing.

Compensation

• Living Allowance - $300/week
• Housing Allowance - $900/month
• Commuting Allowance - $25/week
• Relocation Travel - $650 (maximum) issued as a reimbursement for actual expense based upon roundtrip travel distance from home location to site.

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

• Required

Additional Benefits

• AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional

Equal Opportunity Statement

• SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.