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Como uma universidade pode iniciar um capítulo do YPN? (UTA, Texas)
Hi everyone, I'm a PhD student at the University of Texas at Arlington and the founder of the Maverick GIS & Spatial Analytics Society, a student GIS club approved for Fall 2026. I introduced myself here: https://community.esri.com/en/discussion/1721404/hello-from-uta-phd-student-and-founder-of-a-student-gis-club We would…
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A Second Chance at Success: My Journey Into GIS and the Power of Community
Ever since I was a child, I struggled to understand where I fit in the world. I didn’t learn the way other kids did, and no matter how hard I tried, I always felt behind. At nine years old, I was diagnosed with ADHD. I didn’t fully understand what that meant at the time, but my parents were relieved to finally have…
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From No Clear Path to the Esri Map Gallery: How I Found My Place in GIS
How a student with no clear path found his place in GIS, and what got me there For most of my undergraduate years, I felt like I was a step behind everyone else. While classmates seemed to know where they were going, I did not. I had no clear path, no obvious calling, and a quiet, constant sense that other people had…
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Hello Esri Community - I'm a GIS Analyst from Kenya
Hello! My name is Dennis Kiyeng, a GIS Analyst from Kenya. Happy to be part of this great community.
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Requesting a reference for a job search
Following up on Dawn Wright's recent post, "Mentorship Matters: Responsiveness Leads to Reputation", and Lisa Berry's earlier one, "Mentorship Matters: 5 Tips for Approaching Mentors", at the end of this post, I offer a few tips regarding mentorship. But most of the post is about requesting a letter of reference for a job…
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The Freedom of Knowledge: How GIS and UAVs Transformed a Rural Classroom in Ukraine
Hello Esri YPN Community! 🌍👋 Sometimes, the most profound technological revolutions happen far away from big cities and elite regional centers. They spark in ordinary rural schools, driven by the sheer power of exclusive knowledge and a collective passion for discovery. I want to share a realistic story about our STEM and…
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Presenting Yourself as a GIS Professional: 5 Game-Changing Strategies
Transitioning from student to professional is not necessarily taught in a college classroom and often is learned from experience and trial and error. Many students and emerging GIS professionals struggle with a starting point in tackling these: * How do I stand out from the crowd and market my skills/abilities? * Where is…
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Greetings from Peru: Environmental GIS, Remote Sensing, and GeoAI
Hello, Esri YPN community! My name is Hendy Huayana, and I am an environmental engineer and GIS analyst from Lima, Peru. I work with GIS applied to environmental monitoring, spatial analysis, Web GIS, and environmental risk assessment. I am interested in remote sensing, spatial data science, GeoAI, environmental research,…
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Geospatial Data Analyst with a background in GIS, remote sensing, and Earth observation
Hello everyone! My name is Kingsley Amankwe, a Geospatial Data Analyst with a background in GIS, remote sensing, and Earth observation. I’m particularly interested in how geospatial technologies can be applied to agriculture, climate resilience, environmental monitoring, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable…
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GIS technician for a small town in Ohio
Hi All! My name is Jacob and I am a GIS technician for a small town in Ohio. I studied environmental science and geography in school and in my current job have pivoted to using GIS for more engineering and utility related applications. I have been in my current position for about 3 years and have learned so much about…
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From Civil Engineering to GIS Specialist
Hi all! My name is Haley, and I work as a GIS Specialist at an engineering design firm in Tennessee, primarily working with water utilities and local governments. I do a lot of utility mapping, data validation and quality assurance, and asset management! I previously worked as a water engineer in my firm, but upon finding…
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A Day in the Life of a Water Account Manager
Young Professional Network Edition: What's it like to live a Day in the Life of a Water Account Manager If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work at the intersection of technology, environmental stewardship, and community impact, then step into the shoes of a Water Account Manager for a day. Water touches every aspect…
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Mapping the Unseen: How to Make GIS Projects Tell the Real Story
Hi! I’m Rachael Andrew, a GIS postgraduate student and an aspiring geospatial professional. GIS is powerful, but too often maps are beautiful visuals that don’t tell the full story. Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, or a seasoned GIS expert, the challenge is the same: how do you turn raw data into maps…
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GIS Analyst with Langan Engineering
Hi! My name is Vivian. I am a GIS Analyst with Langan Engineering and Environmental Services and a recent graduate of Stanford University's Doerr School of Sustainability (M.S. / B.S. Earth Systems). I'm hoping to use this space to connect with other young professionals as we navigate this constantly-evolving field…
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Networking Without Making It Awkward
Okay so real talk - I didn't really dread the word "networking." I just had a completely wrong understanding of what it meant. Seriously, when I joined this industry, I quite literally set up a reminder to text all the employees about job opportunities. Look. That was me. Clueless, eager, and absolutely unhinged about it.…
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Charting Your Course: A New Way to Navigate the Path to GISP®
If you’re just starting out in the geospatial profession—or even thinking about it—you’ve probably asked yourself a simple question: What does a successful GIS career actually look like? The answer has never been one-size-fits-all. And that’s exactly why the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) developed the Pathways to…
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From ‘Funemployed’ to Esri UC Panelist: A Year of Advice for GIS Job-Seekers
Fresh out of grad school last summer, I was entirely uncertain about what I wanted the next chapter of my life to look like. I was dragging my feet on applying to jobs, and to be honest, I was very much in denial that I needed to actually face the real world. At the same time, I was determined that my next chapter be…
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YPN Introduction
Hi! My name is Lionel and I work in GIS in the telecom industry. I've been doing it for a little over five years now. I've got a bachelor's in GIS and I'm currently working on a graduate certificate. I'd love to connect with other GIS professionals
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Apresentação Pessoal
Hello everyone. This is Noman from Bangladesh. I am interested in vegetation mapping.
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From Service to Spatial Insight: My Experience as a Student Assistant at Esri FedGIS
In February 2026, I had the privilege of serving as a Student Assistant at the annual Conference in Washington D.C. Surrounded by GIS professionals across federal agencies, private industry, and academia, I found myself immersed in conversations that reflected the true power and potential of geospatial science. As a…
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Double Major in Geospatial Analysis and Archaeology at Cal Poly Pomona
Hey all! My name is Lucca J Camillieri. I'm currently a double major in Geospatial Analysis and Archaeology at Cal Poly Pomona! I'm a bit of a late bloomer as I will be graduating in spring of '28 and am 36 years old! Originally from Oregon but have lived in So Cal basically my whole life! I hope to one day work as a…
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"Young specialist" is not an age.
Today I was thinking about what I would like to share, especially with those who are just starting their journey in GIS, geoinformatics or STEM education. I took my first Esri GIS Fundamentals certification course yesterday. It lasted only 2 hours and 35 minutes. To be honest, it seemed too small to mention. I even…
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Olá da Palestina! Introdução de Estudante de GIS
Hello everyone! 👋 My name is Hala, and I’m a GIS engineering student at the University College of Applied Sciences in Palestine. I’m currently developing my skills in GIS, spatial analysis, cartography, remote sensing, and geospatial data analysis. I’m particularly interested in exploring how geospatial technologies can…
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Oi, eu sou a Serena, estou interessada em desenvolvimento de produtos e pesquisa!
Hi friends in YPN! I'm Serena, a student studying Computer Science and GIS at the University of Southern California ✌️❤️💛. I'm interested in how software products are designed to address user needs and analyze critical problems using geospatial thinking and algorithmic skills. I would love to learn about people's career…
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GIS analyst and business information technology graduate
Hi everyone! I’m Ala from Jordan. I’m a business information technology graduate and currently working as a GIS analyst. I’m interested in GIS, technology, digital transformation, and connecting with other young professionals. Excited to be part of the YPN community and looking forward to learning from everyone here!