2027 Summer Internship - GIS/Data Science Internship
About The Position
Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm providing civil site, structural, land surveying, and GIS services. Founded in 1996, CDI has more than 150 team members and six locations across Missouri, Illinois, and Kentucky. The GIS/Data Science Intern will support the Infrastructure + Analytics service line and CDI’s mission of Building Stronger Communities through GIS projects, data analytics, computer programming, and civil engineering project work. Under supervision, the intern will assist with GIS, data analytics, and civil engineering tasks across a variety of projects. The position includes office and field-based mapping, support for web application development and maintenance, and onsite work for clients and field projects as needed. The intern will also inventory, track, and maintain field equipment. The role reports to the GIS Field Services Lead for work responsibilities, scheduling, and tasks. CDI’s summer intern program includes networking events, industry panels, and career conversations across 3.5 dedicated days during the summer. CDI describes its culture as collaborative and people-first, with an emphasis on professional growth, learning, mutual trust, and community involvement.
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 supporting a variety of projects.
- Support 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.
- Work under the direction of the GIS Field Services Lead on responsibilities, scheduling, and tasks.
Benefits
- Full-time team members have an ownership stake through CDI’s employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
- Intern program activities include networking events, industry panels, and career conversations.
- Company-wide events provide opportunities to connect with team members across offices.
- Volunteer time off is offered to encourage team members to give back to the community.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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