Intern - GIS

LJA; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Top Workplace

Mentorship

Professional development

Job summary

LJA invites a GIS Intern to work in the Public Works department, performing spatial data analysis, field inspections, and map production. You’ll join a hands-on team and contribute to real projects, developing technical and professional skills through mentorship and in-person collaboration.

We value a strong work ethic and organizational skills; ArcGIS Pro or QGIS experience is preferred, and interns benefit from ESOP participation and a culture of continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in GIS courses and working towards a Bachelor’s degree or recently graduated.
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and attention to detail.
• Prefer experience with ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS.

Responsibilities

• Mapping LJA projects into a GIS-managed database.
• Field work: data collection and utility inspections.
• Exhibit map preparation and data entry.
• Database management and GIS support.

Skills

GIS analysis

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Data collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field

Tools

Esri ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Job description

WHAT THE LJA INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE HAS TO OFFER

Our Summer Internship Program runs from mid-May through the first week of August and is a fully in-person experience, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

As an LJA intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to real-world projects. You'll be integrated into a team, take on meaningful assignments, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to launch your career.

INTERN PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands-on project experience and design support
• Site visits and field exposure
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Professional development and communication training
• Lunch & Learn sessions across multiple disciplines
• Career development panels and networking opportunities
• Volunteer activities and intern events

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As an Intern at LJA in our Public Works department, you will have strengths in analyzing spatial datasets using modern Esri web and desktop applications. This individual may perform a wide range of water and wastewater-related tasks, including data editing, analysis, map production, field inspections, and GNSS data collection. The ideal candidate will have a variety of GIS-related skills for both desktop and mobile applications.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Mapping of LJA projects into a GIS-managed database
• Field Work Performing Data Collection and Utility Inspections
• Exhibit Map Preparation
• Data Entry
• Database Management

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in GIS courses and working towards a Bachelor’s degree or recently graduated

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good work ethic and punctuality
• Highly organized and detailed oriented

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• Working experience in ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS is preferred

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Community Impact: Company-driven volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Professional growth through hands-on experience and a structured mentorship program.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, and team engagement opportunities, etc.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Hours worked during your internship are applied to your ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)

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