Summer 2027 Internships - GIS

Freese-and-Nichol; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Freese and Nichols is seeking a GIS intern for our Stormwater team in Houston, TX. You will create and update maps, dashboards, and spatial datasets under supervision and assist with GIS services and web applications.

You will perform basic spatial analysis, data quality checks, and geoprocessing tasks while helping maintain GIS databases and project documentation. This role requires daily in-office work and collaboration with the project team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a BS or MS student in Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and updating maps, figures, dashboards, and spatial datasets under supervision.
• Support the configuration and testing of GIS services and web applications.
• Help conduct basic spatial analysis, geoprocessing tasks, and data quality checks.
• Assist with maintaining GIS databases, metadata, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with project team members to support project deliverables and deadlines.

Education

BS or MS in Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or related degree

Tools

Python

ModelBuilder

CAD

MicroStation

Job description

Freese and Nichols is excited to open a great GIS internship within our Stormwater team in Houston, Texas . As a GIS intern, you will learn more about geographic information systems and how it supports planning, engineering, and infrastructure projects across the organization.What will the role look like?Assist in creating and updating maps, figures, dashboards, and spatial datasets under supervisionSupport the configuration and testing of GIS services and web applicationsHelp conduct basic spatial analysis, geoprocessing tasks, and data quality checksAssist with maintaining GIS databases, metadata, and project documentationCollaborate with project team members to support project deliverables and deadlinesWhat will the summer look like?This internship will require you to be in office each day to help build connections with your group, fellow interns, and others. Relocation or housing stipends will NOT be provided for internships.QualificationsCurrent student pursuing a BS or MS degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or related degreeGraduation date of December 2027 or laterQualificationsPreferred QualificationsExperience with Python, ModelBuilder, CAD or MicroStationStudent organizational involvementAbout Freese and NicholsAt the heart of our culture is our LEADS values ( L earn continuously, E ngage as family, A ct with integrity, D eliver quality, and S erve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work.Join our team of 1,400+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado.Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.#LI-Hybrid