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IN-26023 Enterprise Geospatial Intern

Job Locations US-DC-Washington
Posted Date 19 hours ago(1/15/2026 8:15 AM)
# of Openings
1

Overview

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Enterprise Geospatial Intern.

 

At WWF, we are working to create an organization where the richness of all our unique views, experiences, and backgrounds combine to create the most sustainable and inclusive conservation outcomes possible, bringing the greatest benefit to the planet and every person who lives on it.

 

Position Summary

The WWF enterprise geospatial team provides network-wide coordination and technical capacity for leveraging geospatial data and technology to advance conservation goals. This includes coordinating the geospatial community, developing and maintaining enterprise-scale spatial datasets and systems, facilitating access to geospatial software and support, and delivering technical expertise for the analysis and visualization of geographic information. By promoting best practices and fostering innovation, the team ensures that spatial insights are effectively integrated into conservation science, policy, and field implementation across the WWF network. The enterprise geospatial intern will collaborate with members of the Global Science team to develop cutting edge solutions and support the geospatial community at WWF. 

 

 

Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.  

Responsibilities

  • Perform supervised geospatial analyses in support of selected projects, including data preparation, mapping, and basic spatial analysis.
  • Support the administration of GIS software by assisting with software license tracking, user requests and basic support under the guidance of the Geospatial Engineer. 
  • Assist in coordinating the geospatial Community of Practice by supporting meeting logistics, maintaining shared resources, and documenting discussions and outcomes.
  • Contribute to the geospatial community communications by assisting in the development and circulation of the quarterly newsletter, including content compilation, formatting, and distribution.
  • Assist in the implementation of the ArcGIS Enterprise environment by supporting data organization, metadata development, and documentation of data management workflows.
  • Carry out other related duties as assigned, consistent with the learning objectives of the internship. 

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in, or recently completed, an undergraduate or graduate program in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Environmental Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Foundational knowledge of GIS concepts and spatial analysis, with hands-on experience using ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS through coursework, labs, or projects.
  • Basic understanding of geospatial data types, projections, metadata, and data quality principles.
  • Experience working with tabular data (e.g., CSV, Excel) and linking it to spatial datasets.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills, with the ability to follow defined processes and maintain clear records.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to contribute to reports, documentation, or internal communications.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, multi-disciplinary environment and take direction from technical leads.
  • Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values:
  • COURAGE – We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it’s needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
  • INTEGRITY – We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
  • RESPECT – We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
  • COLLABORATION – We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.

Preferred Qualifications:  

  • Subject expertise in one or more of the following areas is preferred, but not required:  
    • Experience in handling and organizing datasets, especially spatial data
    • Knowledge of database systems 

Learning Outcomes:

  • ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online 

  • Geospatial data management 

  • Communication skills 

  • Community networking 

*Please note that WWF does not provide VISA sponsorship to interns 

 

WWF employs interns in all states with the exception of: Hawaii, Idaho, Kentucky, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Wyoming.

 

Compensation: $20.50 for current undergraduate students and $22.50 for current graduate students, part time hours (21/hrs a week).

 

To Apply:

  • Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page,  Requisition #IN-26023
  • Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone

 

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.   

 

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