GIS Intern: Field Data & CAD Collaboration

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

ESS Companies (ESSC) offers a GIS Intern position in Kansas City, MO, ideal for students in GIS, Geography, or related fields. You will gain hands‑on experience supporting geospatial projects within a construction/engineering setting and work with seasoned GIS and engineering professionals.

The role covers data maintenance, field data collection, GIS‑CAD alignment, and documentation. May–August duration with an hourly wage commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a technical school, college, or university program in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new technical systems.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Basic familiarity with ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, or similar GIS software is a plus but not required.
• Comfortable using computers and mobile data collection tools; some fieldwork may be required.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support GIS Operations: Assist with maintaining and organizing data in ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro under the guidance of the GIS Administrator.
• Data Collection & Field Support: Assist with field data collection using mobile GIS applications, helping capture accurate spatial information from job sites.
• Data Entry & Maintenance: Help update, clean, and organize geospatial datasets to support data integrity and long-term usability.
• Assist with GIS–CAD Workflows: Support efforts to align GIS data with CAD drawings used by engineering and construction teams.
• Maintain Documentation: Help create and update process documentation, maps, and reference materials for use across project teams.
• Support Crew and Project Teams: Collaborate with engineering, construction, and field crews to ensure spatial data needs are met accurately and on time.
• Follow Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines when supporting field data collection or visiting job sites.
• Learn and Develop Skills: Take advantage of learning opportunities to build GIS, spatial analysis, and project coordination skills.

Skills

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Pro

Geospatial data management

Field data collection

Team collaboration

Punctuality

Education

Currently enrolled in GIS/Geography/Engineering program

Tools

GPS/mobile data collection tools

Job description

ESS Companies (ESSC) offers a GIS Intern position in Kansas City, MO, ideal for students in GIS, Geography, or related fields. You will gain hands‑on experience supporting geospatial projects within a construction/engineering setting and work with seasoned GIS and engineering professionals.

The role covers data maintenance, field data collection, GIS‑CAD alignment, and documentation. May–August duration with an hourly wage commensurate with experience and qualifications.