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Ryleigh Hickman

@ryleighhickman

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Undergraduate oceanography student skilled in GIS and spatial analysis, seeking practical GIS experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a GIS internship where I can apply spatial analysis and cartography skills on real-world environmental projects, learn from experienced practitioners, and contribute to impactful outcomes.

I am an undergraduate Oceanography student pursuing a Bachelor of Science and a Certificate in Geographic Information Systems at Oregon State University, graduating in 2026. I previously completed an Associate of Arts Transfer Degree at Chemeketa Community College in 2024.

I have hands-on GIS experience from academic projects, including producing a thematic map analyzing coral reef bleaching relative to marine protected areas using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online. I am proficient with Google Earth Pro and Excel and bring strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

I am seeking a GIS internship where I can apply spatial analysis and cartography skills to support real-world projects and contribute to measurable environmental outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

GIS Intern

Chemeketa Community College

Completed coursework and projects in GIS and cartography, analyzing spatial data to produce thematic maps comparing coral reef bleaching sites to marine protected areas.

Google Earth Pro Spatial Analysis Excel Data Visualization

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Oregon State University

Bachelor of Science, Oceanography

Activities and societies: GIS Mapping Project (2025): produced thematic maps analyzing coral reef bleaching relative to marine protected areas; experience with ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, and Google Earth Pro.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Oceanography with a Certificate in Geographic Information Systems, expected to graduate in 2026.