Summer GIS Internship

Job Description

Summer GIS Internship | Cloudpoint Geospatial

The Tone:
This is a summer internship at Cloudpoint Geospatial, located in Metamora, IL. Cloudpoint Geospatial is a leading provider of geospatial solutions, specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for various clients, including local governments, utilities, and public safety organizations. The company’s core mission is to empower organizations with location-based tools and services to enable well-informed, data-driven decisions and enhance the communities served. As an intern, you will gain hands-on technical experience and practical skills in GIS and geospatial data analysis, collaborating closely with an experienced team to support the design, development, and maintenance of GIS-based applications. This role offers invaluable exposure to the real-world application of GIS technology, contributing to the resolution of complex spatial problems and facilitating data-driven decision-making.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time, Seasonal/Temporary
• Location: In-person, Metamora, IL
• Pay: $17–$20 hourly
• Mission: This person will acquire practical GIS skills and geospatial data analysis experience by supporting the design, development, and maintenance of various GIS-based applications and tools.
• Tech Stack: ArcGIS desktop products (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro), ArcGIS Online, Python, JavaScript

What You’ll Actually Do
• Data Quality: Perform GIS data cleanup and quality assurance tasks to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Field Operations: Conduct field inventories using GPS equipment to gather data for mapping projects.
• Database Maintenance: Complete parcel edits and diligently maintain accurate parcel layers within GIS databases.
• Web Development: Create dynamic web mapping applications to visualize and disseminate geospatial information for various projects.
• Infrastructure Support: Support public works and utility network mapping projects, contributing to essential infrastructure planning.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing a degree in GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with at least two years of study completed.
• Experience: Ability to quickly learn and apply data collection procedures and operate GPS equipment effectively; familiarity with ArcGIS desktop products (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro) and ArcGIS Online.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an aptitude for spatial reasoning; excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences; basic knowledge of fundamental geospatial concepts.
• Bonus: Direct experience using ArcGIS Pro or ArcGIS Online; familiarity with programming languages such as Python or JavaScript for GIS automation or web development; experience in utility design or inspection processes; knowledge or experience in cadastral maintenance, surveying principles, remote sensing techniques, or LiDAR derivatives; prior data collection experience in a professional or academic setting.