GIS Intern

Ohio University Libraries - GIS Student Assistant (2 positions) Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. Required Application Materials Resume Cover letter describing interest in the position and relevant GIS or mapping experience. Posting Details Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below. Posting Number 20161762STD Business Title: Ohio University Libraries - GIS Student Assistant (2 positions) Department Summary The GIS Student Assistants will support the Historical Athens County Atlas Mapping Initiative, a collaboration between Ohio University Libraries and the Southeast Ohio History Center. Students will help georeference selected maps from the 1875 and 1905 Athens County atlases, document technical workflows, and contribute to a public, interactive ArcGIS-based map interface. The position is based in Digital Initiatives, a unit within Archives & Special Collections, which supports hands‑on student work with archival and digitized materials. Applied Experience Historical map georeferencing — aligning scanned atlas maps with present‑day geographic data using ArcGIS tools. Working with primary sources — reading and interpreting historical maps. Technical documentation — recording methods, decisions, and project steps. Web mapping — reviewing map layers for accuracy and quality and developing a public, interactive online map. Accessibility and usability — considering how different audiences will use the map. Collaboration — working with the project team and partners. Public scholarship — helping with a campus Georef-a‑thon and contributing to a project blog post. Minimum Qualifications Current undergraduate student enrolled in Ohio University’s GIS Certificate program Completion of introductory GIS course or equivalent GIS experience Experience using ArcGIS Pro High attention to detail Comfort with iterative problem-solving Strong organizational skills for documentation, file management, and workflow tracking Preferred Qualifications Interest in historical maps, local history, archives, web mapping, or digital humanities Interest in collaborative, public‑facing project work Strong written communication skills Working Condition / Physical Demands This role is primarily desk‑based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs. Pay Rate Department Library Pay Rate 12.50/hour FLSA Status Posting Dates Posting Open Date 08/17/2026 Posting End Date 08/31/2026 Job Category & Type Job Category Student Hourly Planning Unit Library Employment Type Part‑Time Job Level Work Schedule This position will run from fall semester 2026 through spring semester 2027. Each student assistant will work approximately 6 hours per week for 33 weeks. Work will primarily take place on‑site at Alden Library, in the Digital Initiatives unit, during regular office hours Monday‑Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Location Campus Athens Contact Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Erin Wilson, View email address on click.appcast.io. Non-Discrimination Statement Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer. Clery Act Report Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Clery Act Statistics To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here ! Ohio University Human Resources | Grosvenor West 103 | 1 Ohio University | Athens, OH 45701| T: View phone number on click.appcast.io | F: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr