Spatial Data Intern — Conservation GIS in Zeist

Wereld Natuur Fonds (WWF/ WNF); Zeist; Presencial; EUR 5600 - 6700; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

WWF-NL is offering an English-speaking Spatial Data Internship in Zeist, Netherlands, for a Master’s student. You will assess WWF teams' needs, identify barriers to using spatial data, and develop practical 2–3 use cases to demonstrate value.

You’ll collaborate with Conservation, Communication, and other teams during a 5-6 month period, with 4-5 days per week in the office. The role focuses on exploring how geospatial information can enhance strategy, reporting, and outreach, while providing

Formación

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s programme in GIS, geoinformatics, geography, environmental sciences, conservation science, data science or a related field.
• Basic experience with GIS and spatial analysis, preferably using QGIS and/or ArcGIS.
• Interest in nature conservation and the practical use of data for decision-making and communication.
• Good written and spoken English; Dutch is a plus.
• Proactive, organised and able to work independently.
• Available for a 4–6 month internship and living in the Netherlands during the internship.

Responsabilidades

• Needs assessment: Interview colleagues to understand where spatial data could support their work.
• Barriers: Identify what hinders the use of geospatial data (skills, awareness, time, tools, data access, support).
• Current resources: Map relevant spatial data, tools and expertise within WWF-NL and the WWF network.
• Report findings.
• Practical examples: Develop 2–3 simple use cases, maps or analyses that show how spatial data could add value.
• Ad-hoc support: Assist colleagues with spatial-data requests and provide recommendations for improving spatial-data use.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interviewing

Educación

Master's program in GIS/Geoinformatics/Geography/Environmental sciences/Data science or related field

Herramientas

QGIS

ArcGIS

Descripción del empleo

WWF-NL is offering an English-speaking Spatial Data Internship in Zeist, Netherlands, for a Master’s student. You will assess WWF teams' needs, identify barriers to using spatial data, and develop practical 2–3 use cases to demonstrate value.

You’ll collaborate with Conservation, Communication, and other teams during a 5-6 month period, with 4-5 days per week in the office. The role focuses on exploring how geospatial information can enhance strategy, reporting, and outreach, while providing