NOAA Hydrographic Intern

The Hydrographic Surveys Division is excited to announce an internship opportunity to join our team this summer through the Hollings Scholarship Program (https://lnkd.in/gvsyvDUy) and the Jose E. Serrano Educational Partnership Program with Serving Minority Institutions (EPP/MSI) Program (https://lnkd.in/gK7kP3Vf).

We are looking for an individual who is keen on statistics and interested in learning about hydrography– the science of mapping the depth of the ocean– and helping us answer the question: Can we estimate the uncertainty of a dataset by using NOAA’s cutting edge product, the National Bathymetric Source (https://lnkd.in/gdJyQQrz)? The selected intern will work alongside NOAA scientists to develop and test hypotheses using data collected by NOAA field units and other sources. The goal is to develop a repeatable method of estimating the uncertainty of hydrographic data which is provided by our external partners and will inform how the Office of Coast Survey (https://lnkd.in/gP22vPau) evaluates bathymetric uncertainty in the years to come.

An understanding of GIS software (Geographic Information System), modeling, statistics, and basic Python skills is preferred for this internship. We are looking for an intern that values strong communication, who is adaptable, inquisitive, and enjoys solving problems. Ideal candidates will ask challenging questions and bring creative ideas to the challenge at hand.

Come join our team at the Hydrographic Surveys Division where we value empowering our team in a collaborative environment with open communication, respect, and a little bit of fun and humor in the mix.

For those interested in applying to this opportunity create a login account at the Office of Education’s Undergraduate Scholarship Programs Application page (https://lnkd.in/gcGW88XQ). Once you have registered, search for “Methodology to Evaluate Uncertainty of Hydrographic Data” to find our posting!

If you have any questions please feel free to contact tyanne.faulkes@noaa.gov and miya.pavlock@noaa.gov.