GIS Solution Engineering Intern - Ditch Witch

The Toro Company; Perry (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Volunteerism

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Toro Company invites applications for a GIS Solutions Engineering Intern in Perry, OK. You will collaborate with Ditch Witch/Subsite teams to design GIS-based solutions that locate, map, and manage underground utilities.

You’ll gain hands-on ArcGIS experience while shaping customer workflows for municipalities and utilities. Ideal candidates are pursuing engineering or GIS degrees, with Esri tool exposure (ArcGIS Pro/Online/Enterprise, Survey123, Field Maps, Dashboards).

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in engineering or GIS field.
• Preferred GIS major or minor; sophomore year or higher.
• Experience with Esri tools through coursework or projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop GIS workflows using Esri ArcGIS to support utility locating and infrastructure management.
• Configure and develop solutions with ArcGIS Online/Enterprise.
• Create apps using Survey123, Field Maps, Experience Builder, Dashboards and Web AppBuilder.
• Assist in developing workflows for water, gas, electric utilities, telecom, governments, and firms.
• Support design/validation of GIS solutions integrating equipment with Esri ecosystem.
• Participate in customer demos, proof-of-concept projects, and internal testing.
• Work with teams to translate business problems into GIS solutions.
• Develop documentation, training materials, diagrams, and best practices.
• Research Esri technologies and recommend new capabilities.

Skills

Strong analytical

Communication skills

Ability to learn quickly

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Documentation skills

GIS curiosity

Python

JavaScript

SQL

C#

HTML/CSS

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Geomatics Engineering

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Geographic Information Science

Closely related engineering discipline

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise

Survey123

Field Maps

Experience Builder

Dashboards

Arcade scripting

Workflow Manager

Story Maps

Job description

The 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Candidates must be available to start on May 17 and participate through the duration of the program.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.

Who Are We?

The Toro Company (TTC) has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA.

Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental center and home centers—as well as online direct to end users.

At Ditch Witch in Perry,Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out becauseit'sa place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is ourcommunity,we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members.All ofour locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company.

What Will You Do?

As a GIS Solutions Engineering Intern, you will work with the Ditch Witch/Subsite engineering and product management teams to develop innovative GIS-based solutions that improve the way underground utilities are located, mapped, and managed.

You will gain hands-on experience with the Esri ArcGIS platform while helping design customer workflows for municipalities, utility companies, engineering firms, and construction contractors.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop GIS workflows using the Esri ArcGIS platform to support utility locating and underground infrastructure management.

• Configure and develop solutions utilizing ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise.

• Create and enhance applications using Esri tools such as:

  • Survey123

  • Field Maps

  • Experience Builder

  • Dashboards

  • Web AppBuilder (where applicable)

  • Arcade expressions

  • Workflow Manager

• Assist in developing customer workflows for:

  • Water utilities

  • Gas utilities

  • Electric utilities

  • Telecommunications providers

  • Municipal governments

  • Engineering firms

  • Construction contractors

• Support the design and validation of GIS solutions integrating utility locating equipment with the Esri ecosystem.

• Participate in customer demonstrations, proof-of-concept projects, and internal testing.

• Work with engineering, product management, marketing, and customers to understand business problems and translate them into GIS-based solutions.

• Develop technical documentation, training materials, workflow diagrams, and best practices.

• Research emerging Esri technologies and recommend new capabilities that enhance utility locating workflows.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in one of the following:

• Electrical Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Geomatics Engineering

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

• Geographic Information Science

• Or a closely related engineering discipline

Preferred:

• GIS major or minor

• Completion of sophomore year or higher

Preferred Technical Skills

Experience using one or more Esri technologies through coursework, internships, research, or personal projects, including:

• ArcGIS Pro

• ArcGIS Online

• ArcGIS Enterprise (preferred)

• Survey123

• Field Maps

• Experience Builder

• Dashboards

• Arcade scripting

• Workflow Manager

• Story Maps (preferred)

Knowledge of:

• GIS data models

• Feature services

• Web maps

• Mobile GIS workflows

• Utility network concepts

• GPS/GNSS technologies

• Spatial analysis

• Geodatabases

Programming experience in one or more of preferred:

• Python

• JavaScript

• SQL

• C#

• HTML/CSS

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.

• Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

• Passion for GIS technology and solving real-world customer problems.

• Interest in underground utility infrastructure, mapping technologies, and digital transformation.

Preferred Experience

Candidates who have completed academic projects, research, internships, or personal projects using Esri software are strongly encouraged to apply.

Examples include:

• Designing GIS workflows

• Building Survey123 forms

• Creating ArcGIS Dashboards

• Developing Arcade expressions

• Configuring Experience Builder applications

• Building ArcGIS Online web maps

• Developing Field Maps workflows

• Supporting municipal or utility GIS projects

• Using GPS/GNSS data collection systems

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our interns know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive pay-The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:

• Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.

• Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.

• Competitive Pay – Competitive compensation with an anticipated hourly rate of $22–$28. Actual rates may vary based on factors such as academic standing, business function, and other relevant considerations.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.