GIS Intern - On-Site Summer 2026 Internship jobs in United States
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Sarasota County Government · 4 weeks ago

GIS Intern - On-Site Summer 2026 Internship

Sarasota County Government is recognized as one of the Top 150 Internships for 2026, offering a technical internship position in GIS. The role involves assisting GIS analysts on various projects that impact the county, providing an opportunity for hands-on experience and professional development in a public sector environment.

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Responsibilities

Create, update and maintain GIS data
Create maps using county standard templates and best practices for cartography and labeling
Perform GIS analysis utilizing a combination of spatial and tabular data
Provide input for GIS layer creation and maintenance processes
Document all processes used in maintaining data or regularly scheduled projects
Present status updates to senior staff
Apply knowledge of GIS theory/concepts to propose and develop GIS solutions addressing customer needs
Develop and maintain skills as necessary to keep current with GIS technology and professional best practices
Utilize work order management technologies and processes to ensure effective GIS service delivery
Collaborate with your department colleagues to make and influence real changes
A presentation to the County Administrator and other County Leadership staff is required at the close of the internship program on Friday, August 7, 2026
Participate in all organized intern events and trainings

Qualification

GIS data managementGIS analysisCartographyGIS theoryProfessional developmentCollaborationPresentation skills

Required

Ages 16-17 with parental consent, or 18 and above
Eligible to work in the United States – we love local, national, and international students!
Active, enrolled student

Preferred

3+ years of college

Company

Sarasota County Government

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Sarasota County Government is a county organization that dedicated to providing customer-focused services that add value to the community.

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Funding

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Amanda Glover, PHR, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
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Chris Louria
Chief Human Resources Officer/Director
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