GIS Intern - Enterprise Space Information Management (ESIM)

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

University benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

CMU Enterprise Space Information Management (ESIM) is seeking a motivated student for a paid GIS internship to support campus mapping, geospatial data management, and operational planning initiatives.

You will gain hands-on experience applying GIS tools to real-world projects related to campus operations, emergency planning, and environmental safety, including updating layers, creating maps, and supporting ArcGIS Online web maps and dashboards.

Qualifications

• Current student in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or similar tabular data tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while communicating progress regularly.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS Online.
• Basic understanding of geospatial data editing, mapping, and layer management.
• Interest in applying GIS to campus operations, emergency management, environmental safety, or infrastructure planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist with updating and maintaining GIS layers and geospatial datasets.
• Support data cleanup, organization, and quality control within GIS platforms.
• Create and update maps for campus operations, emergency planning, and environmental safety purposes.
• Support ArcGIS Online web maps, dashboards, and related GIS applications.
• Assist with field verification and collection of GIS‑related data, as needed.
• Organize and document imagery, GPS, or drone‑related data for GIS use.
• Apply basic cartographic standards, symbology, and data management practices.
• Document workflows and help create reusable GIS reference materials or standard procedures.
• Contribute to a defined summer GIS project and present final work product(s) at the conclusion of the internship.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Excel

Geospatial data editing

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

GIS

Geography

Environmental Science

Tools

Survey123

Field Maps

GPS units

Web mapping

Job description

CMU Enterprise Space Information Management (ESIM) is seeking a motivated student for a paid GIS internship to support campus mapping, geospatial data management, and operational planning initiatives. This internship will provide hands‑on experience applying GIS tools and spatial analysis to real‑world projects related to campus operations, emergency planning, and environmental safety.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist with updating and maintaining GIS layers and geospatial datasets.
• Support data cleanup, organization, and quality control within GIS platforms.
• Create and update maps for campus operations, emergency planning, and environmental safety purposes.
• Support ArcGIS Online web maps, dashboards, and related GIS applications.
• Assist with field verification and collection of GIS‑related data, as needed.
• Organize and document imagery, GPS, or drone‑related data for GIS use.
• Apply basic cartographic standards, symbology, and data management practices.
• Document workflows and help create reusable GIS reference materials or standard procedures.
• Contribute to a defined summer GIS project and present final work product(s) at the conclusion of the internship.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Current student in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or similar tabular data tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while communicating progress regularly.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS Online.
• Basic understanding of geospatial data editing, mapping, and layer management.
• Interest in applying GIS to campus operations, emergency management, environmental safety, or infrastructure planning.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with field data collection tools (e.g., Survey123, Field Maps, GPS units).
• Familiarity with web mapping, dashboards, or story maps.
• Exposure to drone imagery, orthomosaics, or spatial data organization.
• Basic understanding of metadata, documentation, or GIS standards.
• A combination of education and relevant experience that demonstrates comparable knowledge.

Learning Opportunities

• Gain practical GIS experience in a campus operational environment.
• Work on meaningful geospatial projects that support safety, planning, and emergency preparedness.
• Develop skills in data management, web mapping, cartography, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with ESIM and potentially other campus partners on applied GIS initiatives.

Expected Deliverables

• Updated and/or improved GIS layers and supporting datasets.
• One or more map products, web maps, or dashboards.
• Documentation of workflows, data updates, or recommendations for future GIS improvements.
• A final summary or presentation of completed work.

Additional Information

• Paid, part‑time (10–20 hours per week) internship over the summer term.
• Location: Pittsburgh, PA (on campus/hybrid).
• Pay Basis: Hourly.
• Position Type: Intern (Fixed Term).
• Eligible for standard university benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, etc.).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Statement of Assurance