GIS and Geospatial Data Intern

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? 

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a GIS and Geospatial Data Intern in our Reno, NV, Oakland, Walnut Creek or Davis, CA office. This part-time, limited-term internship (10–20 hrs/week for 13–15 weeks) is designed to give students hands-on experience supporting environmental consulting projects. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, curious, and excited to apply spatial data tools to complex environmental problems. The position offers the potential to extend across future semesters or transition to full-time employment.

The intern will work closely with our IMAG (Information Management and Graphics) team, contributing to project work across contaminated site investigation, groundwater remediation, mining, and water resources. We are looking for candidates with experience in ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online (AGOL), and relational databases, as well as scripting experience in Python and/or SQL. This position will primarily take place in-person in one of the Geosyntec regional offices, and occasionally telecommuting may be allowed; candidates must coordinate their own transportation when reporting in person.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Use ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, and ArcGIS Online (AGOL) to support routine and advanced mapping tasks;
• Assist in the creation, maintenance, and use of geodatabases for environmental projects;
• Use Survey123, Field Maps, or other ESRI field apps for field data form creation and QA/QC support;
• Assist with collecting and managing GPS data using commercial-grade GPS equipment (e.g., EOS Arrow Gold);
• Write or apply Python scripts, SQL queries, and/or VBA tools to automate GIS/database workflows;
• Maintain and troubleshoot relational databases using platforms such as MS Access, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and/or EQuIS;
• Create professional, publication-ready maps, dashboards, web maps, and data visualizations;
• Work with staff to understand project-specific GIS and data needs, and recommend efficient solutions;
• Help assess internal GIS needs across the office and propose enhancements or training opportunities;
• Participate in routine QA/QC of environmental datasets to ensure quality and consistency; and
• Support legacy workflows (figure prep, Excel data formatting, cross-tool compatibility). 

Education and Licensure

• Currently registered in a Bachelor’s or Master’s university degree program in a relevant technical discipline (geography, environmental science, geology, engineering, GIS) or a related field. (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Familiarity with ESRI software, including:
  • ArcGIS Pro
  • ArcMap
  • ArcGIS Online (AGOL)
• Experience working with relational databases (e.g., MS Access, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, EQuIS) (required)
• Strong understanding of cartographic principles and map layout design. (required)
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills. (required)
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and work collaboratively on project teams. (required)

Preferred:

• Experience building or maintaining geodatabases
• Familiarity with ESRI field apps (e.g., Survey123, Field Maps, Collector)
• Experience collecting GPS field data using commercial units (e.g., Trimble, EOS ArrowGold)
• Proficiency with Python, SQL, or other programming languages (e.g., VBA, JavaScript, R, etc.)
• Experience with data QA/QC, data automation, or repeatable workflows in GIS or databases
• Exposure to web map development (e.g., using AGOL, Geocortex, or similar tools)
• Interest in supporting environmental data workflows for contaminated site investigation, remediation, mining, or water resources
• Portfolio or examples of past GIS/data visualization work (optional but encouraged)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum: $20.11/hour / Maximum: $28.15/hour (Reno, NV)
• Minimum: $22.02/hour / Maximum: $30.84/hour (Oakland, CA, Walnut Creek, CA)
• Minimum: $21.07/hour / Maximum: $29.62/hour (Davis, CA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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