GIS Intern

Seminole County/Board of County Commissioners; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole County/Board of County Commissioners offers a GIS internship for students to gain hands-on experience in planning, GIS, and data management. You will edit datasets, build maps and apps with ArcGIS, and perform spatial analyses to support county operations and planning.

This internship emphasizes customer service to end-users, collaboration on project teams, and documentation of GIS processes while following county standards.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a local college or university pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, certificate, or equivalent in MIS, CS, GIS or related field.
• Proficiency with Esri ArcGIS software including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and/or ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Experience with Python, ModelBuilder, and/or SQL is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to prepare clear documentation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Edit and create datasets, maps, and map-based applications using ArcGIS.
• Perform spatial analysis to support operations.
• Assist end-users and participate in project teams providing technical GIS support.
• Maintain GIS databases, web services, and related software integrations.
• Follow standards and best practices for GIS workflows and data management.
• Performs other related work as required and may be assigned emergency duties.

Skills

Data analysis

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Learning new technologies

Task organization

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Pursuing bachelor's/master's/certificate in MIS/CS/GIS

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise

Python

ModelBuilder

SQL

Job description

The GIS student internship position is designed to provide college students with valuable, hands-on experience in the field of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The internship aims to provide students with hands-on GIS experience by performing GIS tasks related to planning, preparation, and projects for both the internal GIS team and departments countywide.

**salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed minimum requirements as outline within the job description

**Additional compensations based on licensureNote:These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Edits and creates datasets, maps, and map-based applications using ArcGIS software. Uses cartographic design principles to produce effective visualizations for print and digital use. Performs spatial analysis to support operations.

Demonstrates excellent customer service skills when responding to user questions and requests for service. Assists end-users and participates in project teams where technical support is needed for GIS processes and data conversion.

Performs technical work to support and maintain GIS layers, maps, and toolsets associated with public safety and disaster response systems. Assists in maintaining GIS databases, web services, and related software integrations. Maintains documentation and metadata to ensure data accuracy and consistency. Follows established standards and best practices for GIS workflows and data management.

Additional Duties

Performs other related work as required.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties and work varying schedules.

Candidates must currently be enrolled at a local college or university and working toward a bachelor's degree, master's degree, certificate, or equivalent credential in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, GIS or a related field.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Esri ArcGIS software, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and/or ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Experience with Python, Modelbuilder, and/or SQL is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear documentation and correspondence.Ability to analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and learn new technologies.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to learn new concepts quickly and resolve complex technical problems effectively.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to organize and prioritize tasks successfully.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.