GIS Intern - 1898 & Co. (Kansas City)

1898 & Co.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Sick leave

Job summary

1898 & Co. is seeking GIS Interns to assist lead engineers with project duties, correct and update designs, and support standard engineering tasks across market segments. You will apply engineering techniques and work on diverse assignments as part of a team.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s in GIS or related field, maintain a 3.0+ GPA, and can work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Full-time schedule and on-site work in Kansas City, MO are expected.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program; in good standing.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership and active campus involvement.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead engineers with project duties.
• Design and update engineering designs.
• Support various departmental tasks across market segments.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Skills

GIS basics

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Our GIS Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties assigned.

Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

1898 & Co.

1898 & Co. is a global business, technology and security consultancy serving critical infrastructure industries. The group helps clients navigate digital transformation and the energy transition, responding to major shifts including the rise of AI. This includes turning business and technology insights into strategic solutions that leverage industry knowledge to build a more intelligent, resilient future.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or related natural science field.
• Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

Benefits

Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Intern

Primary Location

US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

About 1898 & Co.

1898 & Co. is a business, technology and security solutions consultancy where experience and foresight come together to unlock lasting advancements. We innovate today to fuel our clients’ future growth, catalyzing insights that drive smarter decisions, improve performance and maximize value. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we draw on more than 120 years of deep and broad experience in complex industries as we envision and enable the future for our clients.

Req ID

264526

Job Hire Type

Intern #E98