Internship – GIS Specialist (Hybrid)

Barr • Duluth, MN

4d • $23 - $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a GIS student to join our Duluth, Minnesota, team for a temporary, on-site position during summer 2026. In this role, you will support our project teams by creating report map figures; performing analyses of raster and vector data; managing databases; working with ArcGIS Online applications; and obtaining and processing publicly available spatial datasets. A successful person in this role is detail-oriented, thorough, and organized. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and can work independently as well as collaboratively with project teams and other GIS specialists to meet client and project needs.

Timeline: this internship opportunity runs for approximately three months starting in the spring of 2026. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate class schedules, finals, and holidays.

Compensation: anticipated range of $22.66–$25.78/hour. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. This position is classified as non-exempt (hourly) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr’s Duluth, Minnesota, office.

Travel expectation: be willing to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs.

Requirements

• Education: pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in GIS, geography, environmental science, or a related field. Demonstrated success and completion of at least four GIS courses. Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship.
• Software: strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software. Knowledge of and experience with Esri’s ArcGIS for Desktop 10.x Suite and/or ArcGIS Pro and Google Earth.
• Working style: strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Detail-oriented, thorough, and organized approach.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Map and figure creation: develop clear, accurate maps and figures for project reports and presentations using ArcGIS Pro.
• Spatial data analysis and development: perform analyses, georeferencing, and digitizing of raster and vector data using standard Esri ArcGIS extensions.
• Database management: maintain and organize geospatial databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• Quality control: review and verify data and cartographic outputs for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaboration: work closely with project teams and GIS specialists to deliver high-quality results.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
• Please note that benefits eligibility is determined and may change based on part-time, reduced-time, or full-time status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees