Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern (Seasonal)

City Of Leawood Kansas • Leawood, KS

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Asset Management Coordinator, the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) intern will assist the Engineering Division of Public Works in utilizing GIS applications to collect and report accurate data in the office and in the field. The internship will allow you to gain on-the-job GIS experience in a municipal Public Works setting.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years in an undergraduate degree or graduate level geographic information systems or related degree program.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record per the City’s drivers Use of Vehicles for City Business policy throughout employment with the City.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Asset Management Coordinator and GIS Specialist, completing geographic information systems-related data collection, GIS layer creation, and map preparation.
• Work with city staff to enter and maintain data in the City’s Asset Management System, ensuring information is up to date and accurate. May assist with completing physical inventory collection.
• Assist the department in maintaining and updating department GPS surveys of roads, storm sewers, traffic signals, and streetlights.
• Assist in analyzing GIS spatial and non-spatial data both in the field and office for quality control and quality assurance purposes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed