Geographic Information System (GIS) Intern
About The Position
CMAP is seeking 4 GIS interns to contribute to agency projects by supporting various initiatives and activities. The program runs from June to July, with interns working up to 29 hours per week during the summer, with potential extensions into the academic year at reduced hours. Interns create and analyze regional planning datasets, including census and zoning data, and assist in automating workflows using Python, R, or other programming languages. They also utilize GIS software to create static and interactive maps that align with project goals. This application will remain open for two weeks and will close at 5:00 p.m. on January 26, 2026.
Requirements
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program and entering junior or senior status by Fall 2026 or be enrolled in a graduate-level program.
- Internships are hybrid, with in-office work at CMAP’s Old Post Office location in Chicago.
- Interns may work up to 29 hours per week.
- Start dates will occur between May and June, and internships will run for 12 weeks.
Responsibilities
- creating and analyzing regional planning datasets, including census and zoning data
- assisting in automating workflows using Python, R, or other programming languages
- utilizing GIS software to create static and interactive maps that align with project goals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
