GeoTerps

The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO) in Afghanistan is looking for help:

We are seeking a volunteer to support the generation of GIS-based maps showcasing the organization’s basic human needs (BHN) activities across Afghanistan. This role involves working with tools like Power BI, Tableau, ArcGIS, or QGIS to create data-driven visualizations. It’s a great opportunity for students to:

• Apply their GIS and data analysis skills to a meaningful international cause.
• Gain valuable experience contributing to development efforts.
• Enhance their CV with UN-related experience.

The position is remote, unpaid, and requires a part-time commitment of 6–10 hours per week for 12 weeks. Volunteers will receive a certificate of appreciation upon successful completion.

For full details, please visit the job description here, deadline for applications is 30 November.

We are seeking 4 Invasive Plant Management Individual Placements who will work on a field crew to control invasive plant species with mechanical and chemical control methods at sites throughout the National Capital Region. 

This 40-week internship runs from Feb. 10th, 2025 to Nov. 14th, 2025 and is based out of Washington, D.C. Since housing is not provided, we are seeking candidates within a commutable distance to the D.C. office. Since this is a full-time internship, we are seeking alumni and recent grads with experience in field work. 

This position pays $600/week and the intern will also receive a $4,826.50 AmeriCorps Segal Education award upon successful completion that can be used to pay back federal student loans or for additional schooling. 

For more information and to apply, visit the application here – conservationlegacy:Career Search. 

FYI, this is a great way to get into the Federal Jobs System!!