Prescribed Fire GIS Intern

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Madison, OH - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 18 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Prescribed Fire GIS Intern performs and supports efforts to digitize and map conservation data in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Prescribed Fire GIS Intern will have a focus on prescribed fire records including decades of historical data. They will scan digitize compile and archive prescribed fire records. They will georeference digitized maps and populate prescribed fire databases for these historical records. They may produce maps and/or other GIS products and reports or support other TNC Wisconsin GIS-related efforts.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

  • Works under close or infrequent supervision.

  • Work collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues providing and obtaining needed information.

  • Duties are performed according to instructions or established practices; supervisor will resolve any problems or questions.

  • Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.

  • Manage maintain and populate databases using computer spatial or tabular based management skills.

  • This position will require attendance at an intern cohort orientation in Madison Wisconsin on June 4 2026.

  • May attend an overnight TNC Wisconsin All Staff retreat scheduled for June.

The position is based in Madison Wisconsin. This is a full-time 12-week summer internship position with an approximate start date of June 1 2026. This position is paid $17.00 per hour. Housing is not provided and transportation to and from the office is the responsibility of the applicant.

What Youll Bring:

  • High school diploma or GED and 6 months of related experience.

  • Experience following instructions from colleagues/coworkers/team members.

  • Experience performing administrative duties emphasizing detail-oriented and numerical tasks including data entry and cross-referencing information from multiple sources.

  • Experience coursework or other training using ESRI ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Online or other GIS software.

  • Experience with Microsoft Word Excel and web browsers.

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience using ESRI ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online to edit maintain and map geospatial data.

  • Demonstrated experience cross-referencing and compiling information from various sources such as paper records and digital files. Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.

Salary Information:

The pay for a candidate selected for this position is $17 per hour.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancys mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization we create innovative on-the-ground solutions to our worlds toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. Were rooted in our mission and guided by our values which include respect for all people communities and cultures. Whether its career development flexible schedules or a rewarding mission theres many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are addition to the requirements in our job postings we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicants unique experience. Please apply wed love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC youll join for the mission and stay for the people.

What We Bring:


Since 1951 TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members over 400 scientists and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits flexible spending accounts a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match parental leave accrued paid time off life insurance disability coverage employee assistance program other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

Were proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures races colors religions sexes national or regional origins ages disability status sexual orientation gender identity military protected veteran status or other status protected by law.


The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancys background screening process.

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please send a note to with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.


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