GIS Intern

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

401K plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Wellness reimbursement

Life insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation offers a summer internship for GIS-focused students to gain real-world experience alongside professionals in a leading electric and gas utility. The program provides mentorship with hands-on assignments across GIS, geography, surveying, and environmental science.

Applicants must be undergraduates in freshman to junior year (or graduate students pursuing a master's). GPA 3.0+ and a valid driver’s license are required; applications accepted year-round.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0+ required.
• Undergraduate status: freshman, sophomore, or junior year; graduate students pursuing a master's degree will be considered.
• Valid driver's license required.

Education

GIS

Geography

Surveying

Environmental Science

Job description

Summer Internship

This is a summer internship opportunity for students interested in a variety of assignments related to GIS to gain real-life experience working side by side with professionals at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation – a leader in the dynamic, rapidly evolving electric & natural gas utility industry. Central Hudson’s internship program blends real world experience with an extensive overview of the utility industry. Knowledgeable mentors will provide guidance as you gain professional hands‑on work experience. Compensation is highly competitive, and our internship program also allows you to network with Central Hudson employees through various planned events and activities.

Qualifications

Students enrolled in GIS, Geography, Surveying, Environmental Science, or other applicable major and related technical programs will be considered Candidates must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and currently be an undergraduate student working on their bachelor’s degree in their freshman, sophomore, or junior year. Graduate students working on their master’s degree will also be considered. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis throughout the year until all positions are filled.

The wage for this position is $21/hour.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy‑related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Look to Central Hudson for an environment that fosters teamwork, safety awareness and impeccable customer service. We are committed to educational development, employee satisfaction and a diverse workforce. We also have a strong belief in and long history of promoting from within. Our employees enjoy numerous opportunities for transition and growth throughout their careers.

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Benefits

• competitive compensation
• health benefits
• 401K plan with substantial company match
• tuition assistance
• wellness reimbursement
• life insurance
• paid holidays and vacation