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The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) & App Development Associate (Intern) will work with Olmsted Center staff to build and beta-test a web-based mobile app for tree inventory and condition assessments as a tool to improve facilities management within the National Park Service. 

This is a great opportunity for those with an interest in resource management to further build their skills in GIS web app development. The Associate will participate in the collection of field data using GIS and develop GIS data structures to capture information through the ESRI Collector.

Site visits to a National Park/s will allow the intern to review and modify the GIS data.

Ideally, the candidate will have strong GIS skills and experience building custom apps, including knowledge of Python or another coding language, as well as an interest in history, facilities management, and/or cultural resource management.  This position is supported through a partnership with the National Council of Preservation Education.

About the Olmsted Center:

The National Park Service’s Olmsted Center for Landscape Preservation, with offices in Boston, Philadelphia, and Richmond, Virginia works with national parks to manage historic cultural landscapes that reflect our national heritage. The Center provides research, planning, stewardship and education services to parks in the Northeast Region, from Maine to Virginia.

Location:

Olmsted Center office, Downtown Philadelphia and/or remote, ideally in the Mid-Atlantic region or Boston metro area

Compensation:

$15/hour + commuter stipend 

Qualifications:

The successful applicant will be:

In good academic standing

A U.S. citizen

Able to pass a Federal background check

The successful candidate will also demonstrate:

Education and/or experience in GIS and app development. Interest/experience in American history, historic preservation, forestry, and or public land management is desirable.

Ability to work successfully independently and as part of a team



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