Geospatial Information Systems Intern

Tetra Tech, Inc. in; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Geospatial Information Systems Intern (Finance) to join the GIS and LiDAR team in Colorado Springs. You will assist in designing, developing, and maintaining GIS data for diverse clients while gaining hands-on experience with Arc Pro, Arc Online, Field Maps, and Survey 123.

This entry-level internship offers exposure to municipal, state, and federal projects, field work, and the chance to contribute to environmental and water resources initiatives while developing map

Qualifications

• Must be in senior year of college completing a bachelor's degree in Geography, Geospatial Information Systems or a related field.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS data for public/private/federal clients.
• Support a variety of municipal, state, federal, and commercial projects.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and maps for inclusion in documents.
• Develop GIS projects with vector, raster, and tabular data.
• Coordinate with supervisor and project team members.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and deploy mobile GIS and LiDAR solutions.
• Gather, analyze, and integrate spatial data for display using GIS.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography or GIS or related field (senior year)

Tools

Arc Pro

Arc Online

Field Maps

Survey 123

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Geospatial Information Systems Intern (Finance)

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a GIS Intern position to our GIS and LiDAR team based in Colorado Springs.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Responsibilities:

• GIS Intern is responsible for assistance in design, development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS data for our public/private/federal clients. Candidates must be knowledgeable with ESRI's software products - Arc Pro, Arc Online, Field Maps, Survey 123, etc. Duties include performing simple data analysis and creation of various maps for incorporation into reports and/or presentations.
• Working with various project teams to support a variety of municipal, state, federal, and commercial projects.
• Being responsible for report assistance, presentations, and mapping for a variety of environmental, utility, and water resources projects.
• Develop GIS projects consisting of vector, raster, and tabular data.
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with supervisor, other project team members and disciplines.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and deploy mobile GIS and Lidar solutions as part of project team.
• Conduct research to locate and obtain existing databases and data.
• Gather, analyze, and integrate spatial data and determine how best the information can be displayed using GIS.
• Compile geographic data from a variety of sources including field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
• Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.
• Enter new map data through use of a digitizer or by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales.
• Analyze geographic relationships among varying types of data.
• Move, copy, delete, and add files, drawings, and maps to output reports in hard copy or electronic transfer.
• Retrieve stored maps, data, and databases.
• Other duties may be assigned and may include periodic field work.

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to pass a background check due to the projects the candidate will be working on.
• Must be in senior year of college completing a bachelor's degree in Geography, Geospatial Information Systems or a related field.
• Local Candidates will be given priority.
• Associates degree or GIS Certificate is a plus.
• No experience required.
• Willignness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 25%.
• Valid state driver license in good standing.
• Background Check: Candidate must pass a background check required to work in a CUI Enclave Environment.
• Physical Demands: The candidate must be able to meet the following physical demands.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand or be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Work Environment: The work environment will be both office and field work. Field work may require travel up to 14 days or more.
• Field work may be in any climate and weather conditions.
• Language & Communication Skills: Strong communication skills required. English is required for all communication - spoken and written. Other languages is a plus
• Other Skills: Instructions: Basic computer skills are required. Must have solid knowledge of Arc Pro, Arc Online, Field Maps, and Survey 123. Must be proficient with Microsoft Windows - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Additional Information

• Organization: 112 EGS