GIS professionals interested in giving back to the community are encouraged to volunteer for the GIS Professional Development Program, where their expertise can make a significant impact on the next generation of geospatial leaders. By participating as mentors, volunteers can share their knowledge and experiences, guiding students and graduates through the intricacies of the GIS field. Opportunities to facilitate mock interviews, and provide valuable insights during networking events allow professionals to foster a supportive learning environment. Additionally, volunteers can contribute by supervising internships or short-term projects, helping students and graduates gain practical skills and confidence. This program not only enriches the learning experience for students and graduates but also offers GIS professionals a rewarding chance to inspire and shape the future of the industry.
If you are a GIS professional and would like to provide opportunities to entry-level GIS students and graduates, please submit the form below. The information you submit will be added to the public facing GIS Professional Development Opportunities Dashboard. The information you submit will remain on the dashboard indefinitely. If you would like to remove or make a change to the informaition you have submitted, please email Wing Cheung, Professor of Geography at Palomar College (wcheung@palomar.edu).