Map Conversion, and Metadata Entry

*Two positions will be filled*

Work will be performed for the U. S. Geological, 465 Science Drive, Madison, WI 53711. The office is on the Madison Metro bus route from Campus.

The applicant will assist to batch process scanned USGS maps to georeference GeoTIFF image files and/or validate metadata using an existing citation database of USGS topographic maps. The maps are throughout the U.S., are at various scales and date back to the early 1880s. Students will be expected to work independently. Schedule is somewhat flexible.

A knowledge of geography or cartography is strongly preferred but not required. Good organizational skills, attention to detail, quality control and an ability to operate a computer are critical. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating system is required. Experience working with on-line data entry interfaces is desirable. Position will continue through 2010 – 2011 school year.

Applicant must meet student appointment eligibility rules of the U. S. Government (Student Temporary Employment Program; http://www.opm.gov/employ/students/QSAS.asp )

Further information is available from Greg Allord, Cartographer, U.S. Geological Survey at gjallord@usgs.gov . Resumes may also be submitted to same e-mail address. Please place the words “USGS student position” in the subject line of all e-mails.