GIS Intern (SUNY Climate Corps/Park & Recreation Aide 4-6)

Duties Description Duration: May-September 2026 (flexible start & end date) Location: Bear Mountain State Park Hours: 8:30 am-4:30 pm Undergraduate pay rate: $19.04/hour Graduate pay rate: $21.57/hour The GIS intern will support the Palisades Region in the assessment and mapping of infrastructure to assess threats from climate change impacts and develop resiliency plans. Job duties: • With Regional GIS Specialist and Regional Staff, expand the current database facilities, infrastructure, and habitats that are potentially threatened by climate change. • Using GIS, survey the elements of the list and develop a geodatabase that includes location, condition information, photographs, and other info as desired. • Analyze data and develop reports as need to assist in the preparation of a resiliency plan for the region's infrastructure Minimum Qualifications Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications for this title per Civil Service. See additional comments for operational needs. Additional Comments This internship is only open to currently enrolled SUNY students. Operational Needs: • Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree at a SUNY institution in environmental studies, GIS, or similar discipline. • Must have expertise with GPS/GIS and be able to collect data independently in a variety of conditions • Candidate must be self-motivated, able to initiate projects and tasks, have good time management and organizational skills, and effectively work with others. • Candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver's license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Matthew Shook Telephone Fax Email Address Address Street Bear Mountain State Park 3006 Seven Lakes Drive City Tomkins Cove State NY Zip Code 10986 Notes on Applying The internship is only open to currently enrolled SUNY students. Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting a cover letter, resume and confirmation of full-time SUNY enrollment (transcript or enrollment letter) to: Please include "GIS" in your subject line. Applications will be accepted until March 9, 2026. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Agency

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