Intern Information Technology - GIS
About The Position
Casual Seasonal Internship Opportunity. Seasonal non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than six (6) consecutive months and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). The City of Sunnyvale is looking for an Intern to perform GIS work, up to 40 hours per week from 5/25/26 to 8/31/26. The positions are an excellent temporary opportunity for an individual with GIS skills wishing to obtain relevant work experience. Current student enrollment is not required. The selected candidate will work under supervision on weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Requirements
- High school graduation or GED equivalent AND Completion of at least one course in Computer Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or a related field.
- Positive work attitude, reliable and responsible.
- Ability to write and communicate concisely and effectively.
- Proficient computer skills with basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and ArcGIS.
- Good organizational skills, detail-oriented and good data keeper.
- Possession at time of hire and continued maintenance of a valid California driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternate transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.
Nice To Haves
- Learn and work with the City’s ArcGIS and Office 365 suite of applications.
- Learn concepts of data analysis, data management, and AGOL/Portal Application development
- You will be assigned a mentor
- You will have opportunities to shadow other City positions
Responsibilities
- Edit/maintain GIS layers in ArcGIS
- Build Web Maps/Applications/Dashboards
- Develop and publish project specific hosted features
- Work with City departments to expand public facing applications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
