Community Climate Risk – Adaptation Intern

Role Overview

• Gather and organize climate, environmental, and land-use data from local, regional, and national sources.
• Conduct literature reviews on climate impacts relevant to Seabird Island (e.g., flooding, extreme heat, wildlife, ecosystem change).
• Support the documentation of Indigenous Knowledge and community-identified climate concerns in a respectful and ethical manner.
• Maintain accurate records, datasets, and metadata to support future planning and analysis.
• Assist with the development of GIS-based maps to identify climate hazards, vulnerable areas, and community assets.
• Support spatial analysis for the Adaptive Heat Map, including layering environmental, infrastructure, and demographic data.
• Help update and manage geospatial datasets using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS or QGIS).
• Produce clear, visually accessible maps and graphics for community use, reports, and presentations.
• Perform keyword research and implement SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings.
• Optimize website content and structure for better user experience and search visibility.
• Monitor site performance and recommend improvements for speed and usability.
• Support engagement activities such as workshops, meetings, and interviews, with community members, Elders, and knowledge holders.
• Assist in gathering community input on observed climate impacts, priorities, and adaptation ideas.
• Help translate technical climate and mapping information into plain-language materials.
• Contribute to written reports, summaries, and presentations for the Climate Adaptation Strategy.
• Assist in synthesizing technical data and community knowledge into actionable findings.
• Support the development of tools and materials that share climate risk information with the community.
• Help document lessons learned and recommendations to inform future climate planning initiatives.
• Additional responsibilities as needed to support the community and uphold our shared values.

Requirements

• Background in Environmental Science, Geography, Planning, Climate Studies, or a related field.
• Experience with GIS.
• Eligible students must be enrolled or accepted for enrolment in a fulltime undergraduate or graduate program.
• Students must either be returning to complete their degree programs following the internship or have completed their programs the semester prior to the start of the internship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Cultural awareness and respect for Indigenous knowledge systems.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Interest in Indigenous-led climate resilience and community planning.
• A valid driver's license is highly recommended.

Benefits

• Weekly coaching and supervision
• Hands-on training and mentorship from technical advisors
• Opportunities to collaborate with Lands Governance, Health, Housing, and Elders Advisory Circle
• Exposure to Indigenous governance, stewardship principles, and community-driven climate planning