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
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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Esri Developer & Technology Summit
March 11–14, 2025, Palm Springs, California | Discover new capabilities and trends in geospatial development and design.
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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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Esri User Conference
July 14–18, 2025, San Diego, California | Join the world's largest GIS conference to connect, learn, and be inspired.
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Spring YPN chapter meetups coming soon
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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Browse AAG-hosted events by event type and area of interest. -
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
Online and in person
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.