EarthRISE Developers Academy
EarthRISE Developers Academy builds the next generation of science and technology leaders through an immersive, experiential model applying NASA Earth observations to real-world challenges.
Feb 23, 2026
Internship/Job Opportunities
Where can I go with a geography degree?
See what the American Association of Geographers (AAG) have to say on Careers in Geography. For more information contact, [email protected].
For information on what an internship is, where you can find one and how to receive credit for it, please check out the GVSU Career Center.
Jobs in Geography and Urban and Regional Planning
Check out this YouTube video created by one of Geography and Sustainable Planning Department's professor, Jeroen Wagendorp. This video highlights careers Geography majors can have once graduated!
Job Opportunities
John H. Logie Fellowship Program with the City of Grand Rapids
Administered by the Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement (CUSE) and awarded by the City of Grand Rapids, the John H. Logie Fellows Program, named for the long-standing former mayor of Grand Rapids.
Feb 23, 2026
Community Based Work Study (Off Campus)
A Community Based Work Study position is available through the CLAS Center on Workday, where you can get hands-on experience working with the local community.
Aug 29, 2025
Ongoing Opportunities
Listed below are some organizations that have ongoing internship opportunities for Geography majors:
Internship Opportunities
NGA’s summer 2025 college internship
College student internship requirements
- To participate, you must be:
- A U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age at time of application.
- Currently enrolled at least half-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university.
- Enrolled in an associate, bachelor's, graduate or post-graduate degree program with coursework related to NGA's mission.
- Able to obtain and retain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
- Able to pass a mandatory pre-employment drug screening.
- Able to pass a mandatory counterintelligence polygraph.
- Willing to commit to at least 10 consecutive weeks of work during the summer break.
- Tips when applying:
- Tailor your resume to the qualifications in the position description.
- Fill out the application. There is no place to attach a resume, but you will fill out the fields in the application based on your resume information. Your application should include your objective, prior and current education (include if you are enrolled in an accredited college or university), current GPA, work experience, relevant skills, awards, achievements and languages.
- Applications submitted that meet the qualifications will be referred to a hiring manager for consideration of selection.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR STUDENT INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
2025 Summer College Internship Application: Apply here!