Internship - GIS (Utilities)

Pasco County • Land O' Lakes, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pasco County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), Department of Utilities Operations & Maintenance, offers a hands-on internship for students to apply classroom knowledge in a professional environment and learn about county government and utility operations. Interns shadow team members and assist with assigned research and special projects, focusing on importing and performing quality assurance and quality control on utility system assets, attributes, and related data. Duties also include researching and documenting information for data entry or reports, assisting with field data collection and verification, and performing other related duties as assigned. The Utilities Mapping & GIS Supervisor provides direct supervision and training in the use of ArcGIS Pro and its extensions. Interns work 30–38 hours per week, depending on course load and departmental needs. The position requires daily attendance at the office and does not offer remote work. Field work involves collecting asset data, troubleshooting equipment, and related tasks, with prolonged exposure to outdoor elements and travel over uneven ground and brush. The role may require lifting or carrying up to 80 pounds and maneuvering heavy objects such as sewer manhole covers.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in geography, environmental science, or a related field, or have recently completed a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid Florida driver's license.
• Have knowledge of ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, Esri web-based applications, and Esri mobile applications.
• Have knowledge of editing within ArcGIS Pro and of MS Office applications.
• Be able to analyze assigned problems, gather and organize data, and reach valid conclusions.
• Be able to work well with others and demonstrate strong communication and customer service skills.
• Be able to use hand tools such as a shovel, prybar, valve key, and sledgehammer.
• Be able to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and visually.
• Be able to lift or carry up to 80 pounds and maneuver heavy objects such as sewer manhole covers.
• Be able to work outdoors for extended periods and safely traverse uneven ground and brush.
• Be able to report to the office daily and work 30–38 hours per week.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of GIS-related certifications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with importing utility system assets, attributes, and related data and performing QA/QC.
• Research and document information to produce data for input or reports.
• Assist with field collection and verification of data.
• Participate in assigned special projects.
• Shadow team members and learn through hands-on work.
• Perform field asset data collection, equipment troubleshooting, and related work as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern