[SEMCO] APCC GIS internship

[Tara Nye]

*2014 Whitlock Internship: Creating an online map of Cape Cod's natural
plant communities *

The Whitlock Internship provides opportunities for individuals who are
pursuing or have recently earned a graduate level degree. The internship is
a full-time, funded position for 10-12 weeks.

Under the supervision of APCC staff, the 2014 Whitlock Intern will create
an online interactive map of natural plant communities on Cape Cod. The map
will be made available online and serve as an update of APCC's *Cape Cod
Critical Habitats Atlas*, and ultimately be incorporated into the state of
Massachusetts' natural communities mapping program.

*Background*

In 1990, APCC published the *Cape Cod Critical Habitats Atlas* that
identified sensitive habitats and natural resources on Cape Cod, using a
combination of maps and narrative. Since it was published, new approaches
for classifying and understanding habitats have been developed.

Using an approach developed by Massachusetts Natural Heritage and
Endangered Species Program, APCC began mapping natural communities on the
Cape as part of APCC's plan to update the 1990 Atlas. During 2012 and 2013,
APCC interns mapped plant communities and documented survey locations using
a hand-held GPS. The goal of the project for this year is to create an
online, easily accessible, interactive map of the natural plant communities
to raise awareness of the habitats present, create environmental stewards
and to improve natural resource protection.

*Internship Duties*

Develop GIS maps of field-mapped natural plant communities, add and
organize GIS data collected in 2012 and 2013 into our geodatabase, add GIS
datalayers to create an interactive map on ArcGIS online, and test and
refine the online map for ease of use. The deliverables will include
detailed work flow, a brief written report, organized geodatabase and
online GIS maps.

Qualifications include the following:

·         Earned or pursuing a graduate level degree in geography,
planning, geographic information systems or other related subject.

·         Proficient with ArcView, spatial analysis, and geospatial data
processing.

·         Familiarity with ArcGIS online a big plus.

·         Proficiency in Geographic Information System (GIS) applications.

·         Proficient with Microsoft Excel.

·         Experience with global positioning system (GPS) handheld mapping
units, and map projections.

·         Ability to organize information and maintain accurate records.



Housing is not included in any APCC internship program. APCC will assist
interns in locating housing, but it is ultimately the responsibility of the
intern.



Interested students should submit a resume and letter of interest outlining
their qualifications, relevant coursework and career goals to info at apcc.org.
For more information, please visit our website, www.apcc.org. Applications
received prior to April 4, 2014, will be given preference.


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Tara Nye
Biologist
Association to Preserve Cape Cod
PO Box 398
Barnstable, MA  02630
508-362-4226
www.apcc.org
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