Introduction
The City of Racine restarted its Smart Cities Initiatives and has been using student interns to create maps; research census data, funding sources, previous projects, new opportunities; create a roundtable that is working to reduce the digital divide; and also ways to market the work city's Smart Cities projects. There are many opportunities for student involvement. This is very impactful work because the purpose of a Smart City is to improve the lives of a city's citizens and increase economic development through appropriate use of technology.
Expected Outcome for Student
Position Purpose
Under the direction of the Chief Information Officer and the City's GIS Specialist, this position will map the data so that it tells the visual story of what the problem is, what has been done, and what the new solutions could improve.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Physical Demands of the Position
Sitting and typing at a terminal while viewing a computer screen.
Environmental/Working Conditions of the Position
Sitting at a desk in an air-conditioned/heated office or working from home.
Equipment Used
Telephones, computer with associated peripherals, and software.
Expected Work Schedule
Schedule will be determined after hiring. Applicant must be available to meet with City of Racine employees during the day from Monday - Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m