GIS Intern

NORTHERN LIGHTS LOCATING & INSPECTIONS INC • Plainfield, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The GIS Intern will support the development and maintenance of digital utility mapping systems used by field technicians. This role focuses on importing, converting, and organizing geospatial data from customer-provided maps and engineering records (As-Builts) into standardized formats within ArcGIS Online (AGOL), ArcGIS Pro, and QGIS. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring field teams have accurate, up-to-date mapping data by transforming various file types into usable, high-quality GIS datasets.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in GIS, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Basic understanding of GIS data formats (Shapefiles, File Geodatabases, KML/KMZ, CSV)
• Ability to interpret maps, plans, and engineering drawings
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Good communication skills, especially when working with non-GIS personnel

Nice To Haves

• Experience with QGIS
• Familiarity with CAD files (AutoCAD or similar)
• Exposure to coordinate systems and projections (State Plane, WGS84, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of utility locating or the 811 process
• Introductory scripting experience (Python, ArcPy, or SQL)

Responsibilities

• Import, convert, and standardize geospatial data from multiple formats including CAD, SHP, KMZ/KML, CSV, and PDF plans into GIS platforms (AGOL, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS).
• Digitize and input utility data from customer-provided maps, prints, and as-built drawings into GIS systems with a high level of accuracy.
• Maintain and organize ArcGIS Online data, including hosted feature layers, folders, and group structures to ensure accessibility for regional field teams.
• Apply and manage coordinate systems and projections to ensure alignment between imported datasets and existing mapping systems.
• Perform edits to GIS layers, including attribute updates, feature creation, dataset merging, and symbology adjustments for clarity in field applications.
• Review and verify imported data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency to support safe and effective utility locating operations.
• Collaborate with field technicians and internal teams to ensure mapping data meets operational needs and reflects real-world conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern