Virginia Tech School of Public and International Affairs

SALARY: $15 - $20/hour depending on experience. 

HOURS: Between 5-15 hours per week, available starting immediately. Relatively flexible hours and remote work opportunities available.

Employment Timeline: May – October 2022

JOB DESCRIPTION & TASKS: The National Park Service has contracted MSU’s Western Transportation Institute (WTI) to assess the condition of trails in National Parks using electric bikes outfitted with camera and sensor systems. The work will be focused in the Washington, DC area, and applicants living in the area are preferred.

WTI is seeking an upper classman or other qualified student with proven skill in GIS and data management to assist the Project Team in organizing, analyzing and presenting geolocated data (including photo/video, audio, accelerometer and GPS data). The assistant will also have the opportunity to join the project team for data collection in the field.

The analytical assistant will benefit from dynamic experience and connections with National Park Service and industry professionals and will be credited in the final report.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. GIS and data management skills and experience.

2. Ability to clearly communicate information through maps and data visualizations.

3. Ability to work independently, but able to know when to ask for help and guidance.

4. Must be currently enrolled at a college or university

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Email your resume to: rebecca.gleason1@montana.edu

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/31/2022