Geosyntec Consultants · 1 day ago
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern
Asheville, NC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerGeosyntec Consultants is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm focused on environmental and infrastructure projects. They are seeking a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern to apply academic knowledge to real-world projects, involving spatial data management and analysis using GIS tools.
ConsultingCRMEnvironmental ConsultingInformation TechnologyInnovation Management
Responsibilities
Use Geographic Information Systems (GIS), primarily Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, to produce, display, and analyze spatial data
Create, organize, and maintain GIS datasets (e.g., feature classes, rasters, tables, web layers) to support reporting, analysis, and data visualization
Prepare clear, publication-quality figures and map layouts for technical reports, presentations, and regulatory submittals using established templates and cartographic standards
Assist with the development and maintenance of environmental data sets using desktop tools (e.g., Excel, MS Access) and environmental data management systems (such as EQuIS) including compiling, formatting, verifying, and exporting large diverse datasets for analysis and GIS use
Assist with configuration and testing of mobile data collection and web GIS tools (e.g., ArcGIS Survey123, Field Maps, and ArcGIS Online web maps) and associated Word/PDF report templates used for environmental field programs
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed
Qualification
Required
Currently registered in a Bachelor's or Master's university degree program in a relevant technical discipline (geography, geology, environmental science, engineering, or related field)
Familiarity with GIS and its associated software, analysis, reporting, cartography, data management, and visualization, preferably using ArcGIS Pro
Knowledgeable with cartographic techniques and best practices
Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Understanding of data quality control concepts
Solid general technical / analytical capabilities, including the ability to learn new software quickly
Valid U.S. driver's license and satisfactory driving record for business travel
Preferred
Experience with Esri ArcGIS Pro (and preferably ArcGIS Online), including basic geodatabase structures and geoprocessing concepts
Proficiency in MS Excel, including working with tables, filters, basic formulas, and simple charts to visualize data
Familiarity with other mapping software (e.g., Google Earth, QGIS, PostGIS)
Exposure to or interest in programming languages such as Python and VBA
Familiarity with environmental data and knowledge of basic statistics
Experience building or using mobile data collection tools (e.g., Survey123, Field Maps, EQuIS Collect) for environmental or infrastructure projects
Benefits
Competitive pay and benefits
Well-being programs to support you and your family
Company
Geosyntec Consultants
Geosyntec is a full-service consulting and engineering firm that works with private and public sector clients.
Founded in 1983
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-05-10Acquired
Leadership Team
Peter Zeeb
Senior Principal, President and CEO
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