GIS Intern

TRC Companies • Windsor, CT

76d • $18 - $27

About The Position

TRC is seeking highly motivated and diverse GIS Interns for our Summer 2026 intern program out of our Windsor, CT Office. This is a paid full-time position. Anticipated duration will be from June through August 2026 (flexible). This position has the potential to transition into a Full-Time role upon graduation. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Project Managers and Team Leaders and partner with engineers, scientists, and technologists.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Pursuing Bachelor or Associate Degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Environmental Science, Geography, Geology or minor/certificate in ArcGIS.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, critical thinking, takes initiative, resourcefulness, adaptability.
• Possesses solid technical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of GIS.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented person.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and Google Earth.
• Honest, fun, hard-working and ready to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GIS software applications (ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, QGIS, ESRI) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with internal efforts to update and maintain GIS solutions.
• Identify ways to lead with technology by researching new software or solutions to advance our services.
• GIS map production and analysis, updating GIS quality standards including map templates, data resource library, etc.
• Perform data entry, data management, data evaluation, and data presentation.
• Assist with GIS map production and analysis.
• Update GIS quality standards including map templates.
• Support the preparation of reports, plans and specifications for client.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree