Forest GIS Intern: Data & Maps

BTG Pactual; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group (TIG) is seeking a motivated GIS-related student or recent grad to assist with day-to-day GIS and forest information system work. You will edit spatial data, prepare maps and reports, and maintain forest management data under supervision.

You will gain experience across data management, QA/QC, and production workflows while learning forest information systems and business processes within a team environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in GIS, forestry, natural resources, geography, environmental science, or data management.
• Experience with Esri GIS tools such as ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Ability to follow instructions while editing and maintaining spatial datasets with attention to attributes, symbology, data quality, and map presentation.
• Basic understanding of geodatabases and relational data concepts; willingness to learn forest information systems and business workflows.
• Willingness to learn new tools, troubleshoot routine issues, and ask questions when guidance is needed.
• Clear communication and service-oriented approach when working with internal users.
• Organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and able to meet deadlines with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day GIS and forest information system work, including spatial data editing, digitizing, attribution, and quality control under guidance from the GIS/FIS team.
• Help prepare maps, exhibits, spatial reports, and GIS deliverables for internal teams, field staff, clients, and other data users.
• Help maintain forest management data, geodatabases, map layers, and related applications through updates and routine review.
• Assist with data review, cleanup, documentation, and process-improvement tasks supporting GIS, LRM, reporting, and workflows.
• Use internal resources and training, including applied AI where appropriate, to support assigned work and productivity.
• Collaborate with the GIS/FIS team to understand requests from various departments and deliver timely GIS and data support.
• Provide basic user support, document procedures, and escalate complex technical issues.

Skills

GIS

Spatial data editing

Data quality practices

Map presentation

Communication

Education

GIS/forestry-related degree

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Geodatabases

Job description

BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group (TIG) is seeking a motivated GIS-related student or recent grad to assist with day-to-day GIS and forest information system work. You will edit spatial data, prepare maps and reports, and maintain forest management data under supervision.

You will gain experience across data management, QA/QC, and production workflows while learning forest information systems and business processes within a team environment.