To be eligible for an AGFC Internship, applicants must meet the following prerequisites:

• Must have 24 hours of college credits earned by the time the Internship begins.
• Must have a declared degree in a conservation-related field (Exception: IT, GIS, Enforcement internships).
• At the time of application, applicants must be a current college student, have graduated within the previous 12 months, or be currently enrolled in a post-graduate program.
• Must be at least 18 years of age when the internship begins.
• Must have a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

The selected intern will coordinate directly with his/her college or university to obtain course credit for their work.  

AGFC interns are paid $15.00 per hour and work approximately 40 hours per week (no more than 360 hours for 9 weeks).

Intern positions will be available from May to August. Flexible work schedules can be established with your division supervisor.

PLEASE SEE "SPECIFIC JOB DIMENSIONS" BELOW FOR THE LIST OF DOCUMENTS THAT MUST BE UPLOADED WITH THIS ONLINE APPLICATION.  YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE DESIGNATED "INCOMPLETE" UNTIL ALL THREE DOCUMENTS ARE RECEIVED.

Coursework or applied experience incorporating GIS, Data Science, or Information Technology Systems is preferred.

Required skills may vary depending on the AGFC position and division.  The following skills are typically required for conservation-focused AGFC internship positions:

• Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in documenting wildlife investigations.
• Knowledge of the equipment and techniques used to maintain buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Knowledge of fish propagation, harvesting, cultivation, and maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of tissue and blood sampling techniques used in collection research.
• Knowledge of agricultural methods and basic land laws.
• Knowledge of timber marking, land surveying, and other related forestry techniques.
• Ability to collect samples of wildlife, perform fish hatchery, prepare reports, maintain files, and present oral and written information.
• Ability to operate and maintain wildlife equipment.
• Ability to present confidently to diverse groups and host hands-on experiences in a classroom and in the field.
• Understanding the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.
• Must have demonstrated leadership skills, possess excellent organizational skills, and work well as a team member.

Technical Knowledge: Basic familiarity with the ArcGIS ecosystem (ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online), specifically the ability to view, edit, and share spatial data layers. This includes familiarity with web-based tools and an interest in configuring applications such as ArcGIS Experience Builder or Survey123.

Core Abilities: A solution-oriented mindset with the ability to diagnose technical issues (such as broken web maps, broken links, or user access hurdles) and research potential fixes. This role also requires an aptitude for using resources like tax records, parcel databases, maps, and other online repositories to verify and update GIS records, including land ownership, property boundaries, and various asset attributes.

Professional Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and partner agencies (such as USFS or USACE) to verify information or coordinate the sharing of data. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail when updating records and the ability to manage multiple project tasks simultaneously.

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Summer Internship program is designed to help students gain education and practical experience related to the conservation work performed by the AGFC, as well as to meet hands-on training requirements necessary for students to earn their degree. This training is crucial for students pursuing a career in conservation and often serves as a deciding factor in securing employment after college.

To be determined by the hiring supervisor

Based at the AGFC Headquarters in Little Rock and reporting to the Sr. GIS Analyst, the GIS Intern will primarily assist with migrating legacy GIS web applications to modern, supported platforms within ArcGIS Online. This modernization project involves identifying deprecated applications, reconfiguring them using current technology, and updating broken data links to align with the agency’s new data architecture. The intern will be responsible for preparing project outlines, tracking progress, and maintaining thorough documentation within the division's project management system.

Beyond application migration, this position supports various GIS operations, including the creation of visual products, assisting with spatial analysis, updating GIS data records, and providing technical user support. Key tasks include researching parcel ownership in coordination with internal staff and partner agencies (such as the USFS or USACE) to update property records. Additionally, the intern will help integrate external data sources into AGFC applications and provide general GIS support for agency-wide projects as needed.

Must have a valid driver's license

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

All THREE (3) of the following documents MUST be received by March 15, 2026.

For your application to be considered, you MUST upload and attach the following:

1. A current resume.
2. A one-page cover letter to include goals, interests, and how an AGFC internship will help accomplish those goals.
3. A copy of your unofficial or official college transcript(s). Official transcripts must be received before the start date of employment. 

IF ALL THREE (3) DOCUMENTS ARE NOT ATTACHED, YOUR APPLICATION

WILL BE DETERMINED INCOMPLETE UNTIL THE DOCUMENTS ARE RECEIVED.

If you are unable to attach your documentation online, you may email it to SARAH RHODES at sarah.rhodes@agfc.ar.gov or SHARON MORRIS at sharon.morris@agfc.ar.gov.   If you email documents, you must provide the following information in the email subject line:  Position Name and Position Number (both are located at the top of the AGFC online job posting).   

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