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Garmin · 3 weeks ago

Cartography Technician Intern

positionOlathe, KS
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

Garmin is seeking a full-time Cartography Technician Intern for summer 2026 in Olathe, KS. In this role, you will be responsible for the creation, edition, evaluation, and maintenance of cartographic data for use in Garmin products, while working under close supervision and following established methodologies.

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Responsibilities

Work under close supervision of supervisor or mentor, following specific, detailed instructions and communicates status of work clearly to supervisor or mentor
Create, edit and/or maintain cartographic data using Garmin-proprietary and/or third-party software
Complete well-defined basic cartography tasks
Identify and resolve simple issues using proper cartography techniques
Submit work for peer review to ensure product integrity and act on feedback
Participate in cartographic data evaluation, processing and verification using established methodology
Demonstrate drive to develop product and process enhancements on features and settings on assigned tasks

Qualification

Digital cartographic principlesCartographic data evaluationGarmin-proprietary softwarePC applicationsVerbal communicationWritten communicationInterpersonal skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Geosciences or related field OR equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
Basic working knowledge and understanding of digital cartographic principles relevant to Garmin's business needs
Proficient computer skills and familiarity with PC applications in a Windows environment
Ability to learn/understand established processes/tools and apply them to daily tasks
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal/technical communication skills
Able to document work thoroughly/in an organized manner
Enthusiastic attitude with a strong sense of commitment, accountability and urgency
Able to work collaboratively in a team environment to achieve goals

Preferred

Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Understanding of Garmin's Cartography Development Process

Benefits

Garmin's intern program benefits

Company

Garmin

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WHERE DO WE START? How about Kansas City? That’s our home. That’s where Garmin put a stake in the ground in 1989.
dateFounded in 1988
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Nanterre, Ile-de-France, FRA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.garmin.com/en-US/

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2007-01-04Acquired

Leadership Team

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Doug Boessen
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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Amber Morgan
Global Partnerships & Engineering Business Development
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