Navigating Challenges in Your GIS Journey
Webinar
Learn from others about how to overcome difficulties in your career, including managing a GIS department of one and relaying the value of GIS.
Esri Young Professionals Network Events
Suggested events for networking as a young professional
GIS-Pro 2024
October 7–10, 2024, Portland, Maine | Attend to discuss geospatial technology, spatial data science, and location analytics.
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American Geophysical Union
December 9–13, 2024, Washington, DC | Attend the largest event for Earth and space scientists to share research and network.
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Esri Federal GIS Conference
February 24-25, 2025, Washington, DC | Learn how the federal government uses GIS to understand and solve complex issues.
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AAG Annual Meeting
March 24,2025, Detroit, Michigan | Network with thousands of geographers and related professionals from over 60 countries.
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Upcoming YPN chapter meetups
YPN St. Louis Chapter meetup
Date: October 17, 2024
Time: 4:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. (CT)
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Cost: No cost
Language: English
Join your peers at the Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) St. Louis chapter meetup at T-REX in the Lammert Building in downtown St. Louis. This meetup provides a valuable opportunity to expand your professional network, learn something new, and actively engage with the GIS community in the St. Louis area.
YPN Redlands Chapter meetup
Date: October 17, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. (PT)
Location: Redlands, California
Cost: No cost
Language: English
Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) invites you to the YPN Redlands chapter fall meetup for an evening of networking, inspiring presentations, and other activities at the Esri Café.
This meetup offers a valuable opportunity to expand your professional network, hone your networking skills, and actively engage with the GIS community. Don't miss this chance to join your fellow GIS enthusiasts and build your GIS support system.
YPN Denver Chapter meetup
Date: October 24, 2024
Time: 4:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. (MT)
Location: Louisville, Colorado
Cost: No cost
Language: English
Attend the Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) Denver chapter fall meetup to take advantage of a valuable opportunity to expand your professional network, learn something new, and actively engage with the GIS community in the Denver area.
YPN videos
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Future-Proofing Your GIS Career
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Find out which skills you should learn—such as coding, web architecture, and app development—to ensure success in your GIS career. -
How to Market Yourself into a GIS Career Webinar
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Learn what a university student program recruiter looks for when hiring for internships, assistantships, and early career roles. -
Esri YPN Presents: Navigating Mentor Relationships
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Finding a mentor and establishing a fruitful relationship can be a transformative experience. Discover the secrets for a successful mentorship. -
Esri YPN Webinar: Finding Your Career Path
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Learn how to navigate personal development opportunities, enhance your character, find your career path, and more. -
Columbia grad discusses assistantship at Esri UC
Diana Huertas shares her journey, from presenting at the Education Summit to applying for the Student Assistantship program and beyond. -
Introduction to Esri Young Professionals Network
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Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) provides you with valuable resources designed to help you grow professionally in your GIS career. -
YPN at the 2022 Esri User Conference
This annual event is an opportunity for young professionals to grow their network, enhance their skill sets, and explore careers in GIS.
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Partner events
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URISAURISA GIS Leadership Academy
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Explore future dates for the five-day URISA GIS leadership training program taught by GIS leaders. -
American Association of GeographersAmerican Association of Geographers (AAG) events
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EDGEEthnically Diverse Geospatial Engagement (EDGE)
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Learn about upcoming EDGE-hosted events, including webinars, workshops, and conferences. -
USGIFUnited States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation
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Learn about upcoming United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF) working groups, forums, workshops, meetings, and conferences.
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Stay inspired and motivated on your career journey by joining the Esri Young Professionals Network.