Abigail Coursey

Environmental Studies graduate, experienced with GIS and remote sensing. Proficient in ArcGIS Pro and QGIS, with experience integrating, analyzing, and visualizing spatial data across a variety of datasets. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills developed through both interdisciplinary projects and collaborative GIS work.

Sustainable Business Operations Intern at Esri (2026-05 – 2026-08)

• Conducted an environmental impact analysis of Esri's User Conference by coordinating data collection, integrating spatial datasets, developing GIS workflows, and delivering recommendations to support organizational sustainability.
• Produced multiple map deliverables and an interactive StoryMap report of project findings.

Organizing Campus Fellow at North Carolina Conservation Network (2025-08 – 2026-04)

• Helped manage two campus-wide environmental awareness campaigns, engaging students and community members through tabling events, speaking engagements, and documentary screenings.
• Collected over 200 total petition signatures supporting PFAS chemical regulations and data center transparency initiatives.

Camp Counselor at Museum of Life and Science (2025-05 – 2025-08)

• Facilitated science and nature-based learning activities for campers, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.

Project Lead | Media Director at UNC Renewable Energy Special Projects Committee (2022-08 – 2026-05)

• Led three campus energy projects valued at $137,434 from project scoping and financial proposal development through committee approval and implementation, coordinating with university leadership, facilities teams, and external vendors.
• Increased committee engagement by consistently managing social media accounts, website, and special events.

B.A. in Environmental Studies (Sustainability Track), GIS and Business Minors – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2022-08 – 2026-05)