2027 Summer Internship - GIS/Data Science Internship

Civil Design, Inc. • Collinsville, IL

3d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multidisciplinary civil engineering firm providing civil site, structural, land surveying, and GIS services. Founded in 1996, the company has over 150 team members and six locations across Missouri, Illinois, and Kentucky. The GIS/Data Science Intern will support CDI’s Infrastructure + Analytics service and its mission of Building Stronger Communities, contributing to GIS projects, data analytics, and some computer programming.

Under supervision, the intern will assist with GIS, data analytics, and civil engineering work across a variety of projects. The role includes office and field-based mapping tasks and may involve onsite work for clients and field-based projects. The intern reports to the GIS Field Services Lead for work responsibilities, scheduling, and tasks.

CDI’s internship program includes more than 15 interns across its six locations and provides 3.5 dedicated days during the summer for networking events, industry panels, and career conversations. CDI describes its culture as people-first, collaborative, supportive of continuous learning and growth, and committed to community engagement. The anticipated base hourly pay range is $20–$24, varying based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

Requirements

• Must be a full- or part-time student seeking a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a GIS-related field.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn new concepts.
• Must be able to work both outside and inside for 8 hours a day.
• Ability to work 30 to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist with GIS, data analytics, and civil engineering work on a variety of projects under supervision.
• Support the development and maintenance of web applications.
• Perform office- and field-based mapping tasks.
• Provide onsite work for clients and field-based projects as needed.
• Conduct inventory of field equipment and track and maintain it.
• Follow work responsibilities, scheduling, and tasks assigned by the GIS Field Services Lead.

Benefits

• Internship growth opportunities, including networking events, industry panels, and career conversations.
• Volunteer time off to encourage team members to give back to the community.
• Shared ownership through an ESOP is offered to full-time team members.

What This Job Offers

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