Cartography Technician Intern

Garmin Ltd.; Yarmouth (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin Intern Benefits

Job summary

Garmin Ltd. in Yarmouth, Maine, seeks a full-time Cartography Technician Intern to create, edit, evaluate, and maintain cartographic data for Garmin products in line with established methods.

You will work under supervision on defined tasks, use Garmin-proprietary tools and third-party software, and participate in peer reviews. Strong communication and teamwork are essential as deadlines and process improvements are pursued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Geosciences or related field.
• Basic working knowledge of digital cartographic principles.
• Proficient with Windows PC applications.
• Ability to learn established processes/tools and apply them.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to document work thoroughly and in an organized manner.
• Enthusiastic with commitment, accountability and urgency.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Creates, edits and maintains cartographic data under supervision.
• Follows defined instructions and methodology for tasks.
• Coordinates with supervisor or mentor on status and feedback.
• Participates in data evaluation and verification using established processes.

Tools

Garmin proprietary software

Third‑party software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Cartography Technician Intern at our office in Yarmouth, Maine. In this role, you will be responsible for the creation, edition, evaluation, and maintenance of cartographic data for use in Garmin products, in compliance with established methodology and processes.

Essential Functions

• Works under close supervision of supervisor or mentor, following specific, detailed instructions
• Creates, edits and/or maintains cartographic data using Garmin-proprietary and/or third-party software
• Completes well-defined basic cartography tasks
• Identifies and resolves simple issues using proper cartography techniques
• Submits work for peer review to ensure product integrity, acts on feedback
• Communicates status of work clearly to supervisor or mentor
• Participates in cartographic data evaluation, processing and verification using established methodology
• Demonstrates drive to develop product and process enhancements on features and settings on assigned tasks

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Geosciences or other related field
• Basic working knowledge and understanding of digital cartographic principles relevant to Garmin’s business needs
• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with PC applications in a Windows environment
• Ability to learn/understand established processes/tools and apply them to daily tasks
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal/technical communication skills
• Able to document work thoroughly/in an organized manner
• Enthusiastic attitude with a strong sense of commitment, accountability and urgency
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment to achieve goals

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Understanding of Garmin’s Cartography Development Process

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits