Geospatial Data Mapping Apprentice (Temporary)
Woods Hole Research Center · Falmouth, MA/Remote
Mission:
Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis.
Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach. Our world-leading research and impact helps individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth.
Summary:
Join the Arctic team as a Geospatial Data Apprentice. In the role, you will follow a well-instructed protocol to identify, delineate abrupt thaw landscapes on satellite images.
Responsibilities include but not limited:
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Identify, select, delineate and label abrupt thaw landscapes on Planet Scope imagery
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Follow the digitization protocol to turn outdated geospatial labels to match current satellite imagery
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Manage, maintain a large geospatial data set
Must have the Following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Able to work on well-instructed, simple, repetitive tasks
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Exposure to GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS
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An understanding of permafrost landscapes is desirable
Qualifications:
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3 months of relevant experience, including internships
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Majored in STEM fields, preferably Geosciences and Environmental Science
Work Environment:
The functions of this role are conducted indoors
Hours of Work:
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This role is paid on an hourly basis.
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Typically, full-time employees work 40 hours during a Monday through Friday workweek.
Application review will begin on September 22, 2025
Desired Start Date: October 2025
Fixed-term: 90 days
Classification and Compensation: This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position, the hourly salary range is $15-17/hour dependent on qualifications/experience.
Location: Falmouth, Massachusetts or remote or hybrid
Application Instructions: To apply, please send your cover letter addressing your experience and qualifications in relation to the responsibilities of this position and curriculum vitae as a single PDF to our career’s portal.
Please visit Woodwell's website to learn more about Woodwell’s work.
Located on a 10-acre campus near the village of Woods Hole, the Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell) is a private, non-profit research center. Woodwell is a leading source of climate science that drives the urgent action needed to solve climate change. Woodwell has 100+ staff members and is excited to welcome new employees to this work.
Woodwell Climate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Woodwell is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.
