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ID #3574486
State Illinois
City Champaign
Full-time
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source John Deere
Showed 2020-03-13
Date 2020-03-14
Deadline 2020-05-13
Category Et cetera
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Part-Time Student - Spatial Data/GIS Researcher - Champaign, IL

Illinois, Champaign 00000 Champaign USA

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There are 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we’re all about at John Deere. And it’s why we’re investing in our people and our technology like never before in our 175-year history. Here the world’s brightest minds are tackling the world’s biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we’ll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois (US-IL) - Champaign Function: Marketing / SalesTitle: Part-Time Student - Spatial Data/GIS Researcher - Champaign, IL - 64680 Your Responsibilities

As a Spatial Data/GIS Researcher at the John Deere Technology Innovation Center (JDTIC), you will manage geospatial data on a wide variety of agricultural topics

You will use GIS tools to process data sets for documentation and in preparation for statistical analysis

You will help develop professional reports on outcomes

What It Takes

Ability to process spatial data sets using closed or open source GIS software (e.g. ESRI, QGIS) proficiently

Ability to assemble and organize data sets in a coherent and professional manner

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a global team

Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) proficiently

Pursuing upper undergraduate or graduate degree

Must be registered as a full-time student at a local university

Must be able to commute to the work location on a daily basis

Graduation date May 2021 - requirement of the program is you are available to work a minimum of 12 months prior to graduation.

Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above

16 - 20 hours/week during the academic year

35 - 40 hours/week during the summer semester

A Strong Candidate Will Also Have

Ability to program, preferably in languages such as Python

Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural data sets

Awareness of statistical methods for data analysis

What You'll GetAt John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. We offer comprehensive relocation and reward packages to help you get started on your new career path. Click here to find out more about our Total Rewards Package.The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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