GIS Intern

City of High Point•High Point, NC

10d•$15 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries. We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world! Our Core Values: Integrity: Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs. Responsibility: A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization. Partnership: Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships. The City of High Point Public Services Department is seeking a GIS Intern to assist with municipal asset inventory and infrastructure mapping. The intern will support the GIS Analyst and GIS Technician with field data collection and GIS database updates related to the City’s water, sewer, stormwater, and street infrastructure systems. This internship provides experience with GIS, GPS surveying, and municipal infrastructure management while contributing to the City’s efforts to maintain accurate records of critical public assets. Four weeks of on-the-job training will be provided to help you learn the role and build valuable professional skills.

Requirements

Hold a valid driver’s license.
Be comfortable using common computer tools such as spreadsheets, databases, and word processing programs.
Enjoy working with people and building positive relationships with coworkers at different experience levels.
Be willing to work outdoors and navigate uneven terrain when needed.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally as part of field tasks.
Be able to follow guidance from supervisors and team members.
Feel comfortable communicating clearly, asking questions, and participating in discussions with staff and members of the public.
Reading and understanding maps, addresses, graphics, and statistical information.
Following directions, ordinances, and other job-related documents.
Writing letters, memos, and simple instructions for creating mapping products and graphics.