2027 Summer Internship - GIS/Data Science Internship

Civil Design, Inc.; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Volunteer time off

Company events

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) invites a GIS/Data Science Intern to support our Building Stronger Communities mission through Infrastructure + Analytics projects. You will assist in GIS, data analytics and some computer programming under supervision.

With a people-first culture and a growing internship program across six locations, CDI offers hands-on learning, networking events, and career conversations. You will gain real project experience, collaborate with teams, and contribute to client-facing

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or GIS.
• Support development and maintenance of Web applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Problem solving, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, assist in GIS, data analytics, and civil engineering to support a variety of projects.
• Support development and maintenance of Web applications.
• Perform office and field-based mapping tasks.
• Provide onsite work for clients and field projects as needed.
• Conduct inventory, track, and maintain field equipment.

Skills

GIS analysis

Data analytics

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

CS/DS/GIS degree

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Description

Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm offering civil site, structural, land surveying, and GIS services. Since its founding in 1996, our team has grown to over 150 team members with six locations. We operate in three states serving our six service lines - Infrastructure + Analytics, Site, Structures, Survey, Transportation, and Water Resources. We have office locations in Missouri –

Prestonsburg. We are looking for a

Description

Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm offering civil site, structural, land surveying, and GIS services. Since its founding in 1996, our team has grown to over 150 team members with six locations. We operate in three states serving our six service lines - Infrastructure + Analytics, Site, Structures, Survey, Transportation, and Water Resources. We have office locations in Missouri – St. Louis and Jefferson City, Illinois – Collinsville and Effingham and Kentucky – Louisville and Prestonsburg.

GIS/Data Science Intern

to support our CDI mission in Building Stronger Communities through our Infrastructure + Analytics service. This internship would support our GIS projects, data analytics and some computer programming.

Be a part of the CDI Mission:

The ideal candidate brings both educational expertise and a people-first mindset—committed to collaboration and making a meaningful difference. CDI values a people-first culture and encourages team members to collaborate with each other and services.

Intern Program

With over 15 interns in all six locations, we strive to enhance our program every year, making it even more valuable for our interns. There are 3.5 dedicated days throughout the summer that support intern growth through networking events, industry panels, and career conversations. 100% of our prior interns would recommend a CDI internship to their friends!

Job Duties:

Under supervision, the intern will assist in GIS, data analytics, and civil engineering to support a variety of projects.

Requirements

Required Skills:

• Must be a full or part-time student seeking a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a GIS related field.
• Support development and maintenance of Web applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn new concepts.
• Report to the GIS Field Services Lead for work responsibilities, scheduling, and tasks.
• Perform office and field-based mapping tasks.
• Provide onsite work for clients and field-based projects as needed.
• Conduct inventory, track, and maintain field equipment.

Desired Skills:

• Must be able to work outside and inside for 8 hours a day.
• Ability to provide 30 to 40 hours per week.

Why Join CDI?

• Shared Ownership: As an ESOP, we offer our full-time team Members a direct stake in CDI’s success, empowering them to take initiative and contribute meaningfully.
• Work with Purpose: You'll engage in meaningful projects aligned with your passions and career goals, ensuring your work has a lasting impact.
• Collaboration and Celebration: We host frequent company-wide events, giving you the chance to connect and have fun with Team Members across our offices.
• People-First Culture: We prioritize your growth, well-being, and success, ensuring you have the support and opportunities to thrive both professionally and personally.

Our Culture and Beyond:

CDI’s culture remains foundational to our success as an organization. We believe mutual trust and respect comes first to ensure Team Members feel valued, heard and supported. We strive to unlock a Team Members' full potential through continuous learning and growth, where you are empowered to embrace new challenges and thrive in a collaborative environment. Beyond the office, we’re committed to living out our mission of Building Stronger Communities. We offer volunteer time off to encourage team members to give back and make a lasting impact in the community. Check out more about who we are here:https://www.civildesigninc.com/culture/

The anticipated base hourly range for this position is $20-24/hr. Compensation will vary based upon relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.