GIS Intern

City of Lincoln; Grand Marais (MN); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work structure

Job summary

Cook County MIS Department is seeking a GIS Intern to support modernization of spatial data and web/mobile mapping for public and internal use. You will work under the County GIS Analyst to build internal and public-facing solutions using the Esri ecosystem.

The role offers hands-on experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and data management within a hybrid work structure, with in-person work at County facilities and some remote options.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a GIS program or related field.
• Recent graduate with Geospatial Sciences/Geography degree considered.

Responsibilities

• Use ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online to perform GIS tasks.
• Coordinate AED inventory mapping across the county.
• Prototype applications for septic and land use permit management.
• Develop Site Plan and As-Built Mapping tools for permit processes.
• Apply GeoAI techniques to automate feature extraction from imagery.
• Assist with regional collaboration and GIS standards.

Skills

Spatial data management principles

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Education

Current GIS program enrollment

Geospatial Sciences or Geography degree

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Job description

• Location 411 W 2ND ST,Grand Marais, MN, 55604-2307,United States
• Base Pay $25.00 - $30.00 / Hour
• Job Category information systems
• Industry Position closes on August 30th at 11:59 pm
• Employee Type Exempt

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Scope of Work: GIS Internship

1. Objective & Position Summary

The County Management Information Systems (MIS) Department is seeking a GIS Intern to support the modernization of spatial data, as well as web and mobile mapping applications for both public and internal use. This position provides hands‑on experience applying advanced geospatial technologies to local government workflows and includes opportunities for regional and state collaboration.

The intern will work directly under the guidance of the County GIS Analyst within the MIS Department to build internal and public-facing solutions using the Esri ecosystem.

2. Position Logistics

• Compensation: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour (dependent on qualifications).
• Duration: 13 weeks.
• Timeline: October 1st, 2026, through December 31st, 2026.
• Weekly Schedule: 25 hours per week across 3 to 5 days.
• Work Location: Hybrid structure. Primary work occurs in person at the Cook County Courthouse or designated County facilities, with opportunities for scheduled remote work.
• Application Deadline: August 30th

3. Candidate Qualifications

• Education:
• Current college student enrolled in a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program or a related field.
• OR a recent graduate with a degree in Geospatial Sciences, GIS, Geography, or a similar discipline.
• Technical Skills: Foundational knowledge of ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and standard spatial data management principles.
• Professionalism: Strong communication skills for working in a professional department environment and representing the County at regional meetings.

4. Scope of Duties & Core Deliverables

The intern will execute a variety of GIS tasks using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online (AGOL). Specific project focus areas include:

Public Safety Data Development

• County-Wide AED Inventory: Coordinate, capture, and map Automated External Defibrillator locations across the county to support emergency response systems.

Environmental & Land Management Applications

• Permit Mapping Solution: Perform data requirements gathering and prototype application development for a streamlined spatial workflow for Septic and Land Use Permit management.
• Site Plan & As-Built Mapping Solution: Perform data requirements gathering and prototype application development for Site Plan and As-Built Mapping tools for use by permit applicants.

Advanced Remote Sensing & Automation

• GeoAI Utilization: Implement deep learning tools within ArcGIS Pro to automate feature extraction from high resolution aerial imagery to capture new geospatial data and improve the accuracy of existing data.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Additional application development, spatial analysis, and map design as time permits.

Professional Development

• Regional Collaboration: Attend and participate in regional GIS user group meetings to network and align with regional geospatial standards.

This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Cook County MN will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or status about public assistance. We take affirmative steps to ensure that all our county’s employment practices are free of discrimination.