EPIC: Environmental Working Group (EWG) – GIS (Washington, D.C.)

Job Title: Geospatial Fellow

Department/Team: Research and Data Science Team at the Environmental Working Group

Location: Remote

Duration: 35-40 hours per week for ten weeks over the summer

Areas of Interest: Human health and the environment, data visualization, advocacy, public education

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Office Description

The Environmental Working Group (EWG), a leading national nonprofit based in Washington, DC, is seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Geospatial Fellow to join our multidisciplinary team. EWG’s scientists, policy experts, GIS analysts, and data specialists collaborate to protect human health and the environment by leveraging cutting-edge technology and data analysis.

For over two decades, EWG has redefined the conversation on environmental health through groundbreaking research and analysis. Our geospatial team plays a vital role in visualizing environmental data, uncovering spatial trends, and driving impactful advocacy efforts from local communities to Capitol Hill.

Description of the Work

You will gain hands-on experience in GIS and geospatial data analysis for environmental research, develop expertise in creating impactful data visualizations and maps for advocacy and public education, and deepen your understanding of how spatial data informs science and policy.

List of Potential Projects/Activities:

Work closely with EWG’s agriculture and GIS team to analyze and map critical environmental health data.
Support ongoing projects that highlight geographic disparities, environmental risks, and the impact of policies on public health.
Assist in the collection, cleaning, and analysis of spatial datasets related to environmental health issues.
Create high-quality maps and visualizations to support EWG’s advocacy and research projects.
Contribute to spatial analysis projects, identifying patterns and relationships in environmental data.
Summarize geographic and spatial trends in public health and environmental hazards for the research team.
Collaborate with EWG staff to integrate GIS findings into reports, presentations, and publications.

Desired Skills

Proficiency with Esri software such as ArcPro and ArcGis Online
Familiarity with aerial and satellite imagery
Strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail
Familiarity with agricultural, environmental or public health issues
Strong ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize information from diverse sources
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to projects
Self-motivated with the capacity to work independently on assigned tasks
Commitment to EWG’s mission to protect public health and the environment

Logistics:

EPIC fellows are required to work full-time (35-40 hours per week) for 10 weeks over the summer, and will receive a stipend of $8,000 - $9,500, depending on financial need. This stipend is intended to help cover living and transportation expenses during the fellowship, which the student is expected to arrange and coordinate.
Start and end dates are flexible (start date no later than July 6, 2026).