GIS Intern: Build City Maps & Field Data

City of Horseshoe Bay; Horseshoe Bay (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Horseshoe Bay is offering a part-time GIS internship to assist with creating and maintaining municipal GIS datasets. The role entails in-person work and collaboration with GIS staff on asset inventories, infrastructure mapping, and planning support.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a GIS-related program and have basic computer skills, familiarity with GIS concepts, and a willingness to learn ArcGIS, GPS, and field data collection techniques on real city projects.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or recently completed GIS-related degree or certificate.
• Coursework or introductory experience with GIS, mapping, geographic data, or related technology.
• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to learn new software applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating, updating, and maintaining GIS maps, layers, databases, and related records.
• Collect, verify, and enter geographic and attribute data using GIS software, GPS, and mobile GIS apps.
• Update GIS datasets related to utilities, zoning, infrastructure, streets, drainage, and municipal assets.
• Review GIS data for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with City standards.
• Create maps, exhibits, and visualizations to support City projects and planning.
• Assist with basic spatial analysis, data queries, measurements, and field verification under staff guidance.
• Transform and organize information from plans, spreadsheets, and field observations into GIS.
• Maintain organized GIS files, documentation, and metadata.
• Provide basic technical support to City staff using GIS applications and troubleshoot issues under staff guidance.
• Collaborate on GIS-related projects such as asset inventory, land use planning, and infrastructure mapping.
• Research GIS best practices and emerging technologies and share findings with GIS staff.
• Protect confidential information and follow cybersecurity requirements.
• Communicate project status and data questions to relevant staff.
• Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Basic computer proficiency

Field data collection

Education

Pursuing GIS degree or related program

Tools

Esri ArcGIS

GPS

Mobile GIS

Databases

Cartography principles

Job description

The City of Horseshoe Bay is offering a part-time GIS internship to assist with creating and maintaining municipal GIS datasets. The role entails in-person work and collaboration with GIS staff on asset inventories, infrastructure mapping, and planning support.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a GIS-related program and have basic computer skills, familiarity with GIS concepts, and a willingness to learn ArcGIS, GPS, and field data collection techniques on real city projects.