Intern-Paid (Assessment Department)

Berks County PA; Mohnton (Berks County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Berks County PA is seeking an Assessment intern to assist in reviewing parcel change-detection analyses and compare with property assessment records in an office setting. The intern will help identify discrepancies between detected parcel changes and existing assessment data to support data quality and property review efforts.

The intern will work with GIS tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS, gain exposure to data verification processes, and contribute to maintaining organized tracking of reviewed

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate student in GIS or related field.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Two courses or experience in geospatial analysis, parcel mapping, or property data.

Responsibilities

• Review parcel change detection results from geospatial tools.
• Compare changes with current/historical assessment records.
• Identify and flag discrepancies for staff review.
• Document findings and track reviewed parcels.
• Assist with data verification and quality assurance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Data analysis

GIS software

ArcGIS

QGIS

Geospatial analysis

Parcel mapping

Property data

Stress management

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate student in GIS or related field

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Tools

Excel

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assessment intern will assist in reviewing parcel change-detection analyses and comparing results with property assessment records. The intern will help identify discrepancies between detected parcel changes and existing assessment data to support data quality and property review efforts.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions

• Review parcel change detection analysis results from geospatial or imagery-based tools.
• Compare identified parcel changes with current/historical assessment records.
• Identify and flag discrepancies or potential property changes for staff review.
• Document findings and maintain organized tracking of reviewed parcels.
• Assist with data verification and quality assurance for property assessment records.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in GIS, Geography, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Real Estate, Data Science, or a related field.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. certification from a recognized issuing agency.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Basic experience with spreadsheets or data analysis tools (Excel).
• Ability to review and compare datasets for inconsistencies.
• Prefer experience and familiarity with GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS).
• Minimum requirement: 2 Courses or experience related to geospatial analysis, parcel mapping, or property data.
• Ability to handle stress.
• Physical presence in the office is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work involves standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds a distance of 15 feet or less.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Normal office environment

This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.