Intern - GIS

ITC Holdings Corp; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Holdings Corp is seeking a GIS Intern to assist GIS Professionals in supporting GIS Maps and Applications for transmission lines, poles, and substations. You will help create and update GIS data, maps, layers, and data sets across departments, while learning asset management workflows.

The role emphasizes data integrity, coordinate systems, geodatabases, and familiar ESRI tools. You’ll work in a collaborative environment and commit to a 40-hour week with on-site duties at ITC’s facilities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited GIS or Information Technology degree program.
• Familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS Desktop/Pro/Online.
• Experience with GIS data editing and maintaining data integrity.
• Strong problem solving and data troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of geodatabases, coordinate systems, and map projections.
• Willingness to work 40 hours per week.
• Authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Create or update GIS data management systems and asset management databases.
• Coordinate record updates with engineers and project teams to keep geospatial data current.
• Perform drawing control, revision logs, and archiving for accurate records.
• Generate maps, GIS layers, applications, and data sets for use across departments.
• Support asset management systems for transmission infrastructure.
• Prepare GIS layers and datasets for internal and external users.
• Adhere to geospatial data documentation standards.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Data analysis

Education

Geographic Information Systems degree

Information Technology degree

Tools

ArcGIS Desktop

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

A GIS Intern is responsible for assisting GIS Professionals in supporting ITC's GIS Maps and Applications. They perform many tasks associated with mapping transmission lines, poles, and substations. They may also be called on to support GIS applications related to ITC's vegetation management program and other GIS tasks that support the transmission system.

• Create or update systems or databases for specific department needs, including GIS data management and asset management systems.
• Coordinate record updates with engineers, consultants, project managers, and maintenance personnel to ensure accurate and up-to-date geospatial data.
• Perform drawing control functions, including revision control, drawing logs, and archiving, to maintain accurate records.
• Generate maps, drawings, GIS layers, applications, and data sets for use by other departments and external entities.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of asset management systems for transmission infrastructure.
• Prepare GIS layers, applications, and data sets for other departments and external entities.
• Adhere to documentation standards for geospatial data inputs and management processes.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Geographic Information Systems or Information Technology degree program.
• Familiarity with ESRI's suite of products such as ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online.
• Familiarity with GIS data editing techniques, including adding, modifying, and deleting features in the geodatabase while maintaining data integrity and adherence to established standards and workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot data-related issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
• An understanding of geodatabases, including their structure, organization, and the ability to navigate and manipulate data within them.
• Understanding of coordinate systems, map projections, and transformations to ensure accurate spatial data representation and alignment with other datasets.
• Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision, in a team environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Ability to learn and utilize job specific software
• Willingness and ability to work 40 hours per week
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.

About Us

Make a Power Move - For the Greater Grid: Reliable. Resilient. Ready.

As AI innovation, automation and economic growth reshape the way we live and work, the demand on our power infrastructure is growing fast. At ITC, we're building the greater grid that’s ready for today’s technology and tomorrow’s possibilities.

ITC offers industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into solutions. We foster a culture of belonging - where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Make a power move today.