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Wetland Adaptation Mapping and Maryland Genuine Progress Intern

Maryland Department of Natural Resources
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Main Purpose Of Job

This position is focused on two mapping/data analysis projects. One component centers around developing GIS StoryMaps and communications materials to assist with outreach and training on the updated Wetland Adaptation Areas (WAAs). WAAs highlight areas projected to be key wetland habitat across Maryland as sea level rises. The intern will work with members of Chesapeake & Coastal Service, as well as other units in DNR, to develop web resources, pamphlets, and ArcGIS products. Such materials will aid outreach and training for local governments, land trusts, and interested landowners in how to apply the new data. The second component of the internship is to update the Genuine Progress Indicator, an alternative measure of economic progress for Maryland. This will involve researching data sources, data entry and calculations, and development of web materials. Experience with Excel and Google Sheets is necessary.

 The internship runs (12) weeks between (June and August). The specific start/end dates, hours, and schedule will be determined in collaboration between the intern and supervisor.

POSITION DUTIES

  • Understand the Sea Level Affecting Marshes Model and WAA outputs.
  • Create a StoryMap to demonstrate future wetland areas in the state.
  • Collaborate on outreach strategies to share the data and how DNR's targeting for coastal land conservation will be impacted.
  • Review GPI methodology, and ecological economics.
  • Identify and enter the necessary data to calculate each component of the GPI
  • Produce web content highlighting the trend in each GPI category

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicant must be a current college student, undergraduate or graduate level. A GPA of 2.5 or above is required for academic credit.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and/or skills relating to Computer/ Information Science/ Technology/ GIS, Accounting/ Finance/ Administration, Environmental Science, Political Science/ Public Policy, Economics, or related studies. Experience using ArcGIS- Maps, Pro, Online, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets.

Deadline to apply is 4/9/24 at 11:59:00 PM. Apply Today!

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