GIS and Data Visualization Intern

Description

The Institute for Local Self-Reliance seeks a GIS and Data Visualization Intern to support ILSR’s Community Broadband Networks Initiative. We are looking for candidates that have a passion for policy and visualizing data. We work on a wide range of issues including the digital divide and municipal broadband. You will be working alongside the GIS and Data Visualization Researcher for the Community Broadband Networks Initiative with the opportunity to learn aspects of GIS and data analysis specific to a public policy setting. We strongly value a diverse workforce and are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity. ILSR promotes a welcoming environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Responsibilities

• Create informative maps using public databases
• Compile statistics related to Internet access
• Work creatively with the Community Broadband Networks Team to develop visual resources to educate policymakers and activists on issues around Internet access
• Do ongoing research for longer reports and projects
• Occasional projects for other initiatives as needed

Qualifications 

• Strong writing, research, and communications skills
• 1 year of GIS experience
• Proficiency with statistics, experience cleaning data
• Background knowledge of public policy and/or economics (preferred, but not required)
• Creative – graphics, videos, audio, maps, etc.
• Ability to work independently and juggle multiple tasks
• Enthusiasm for policy work to improve Internet access for everyone
• Experience using Python or R is a plus

You do not need to know much about broadband policy or telecommunications when you start. Our office is currently virtual and we will take applications from anywhere in the United States.

Compensation

Position includes 15-20 hour work week, a $15/ hour wage and a dynamic workforce of dedicated and friendly policy wonks trying to make the world a better place. This position could be extended to full time over the summer.