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Arkansas Department of Transportation · 12 hours ago

GIS and Data Management Intern

positionLittle Rock, Arkansas, United States
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$15/hr - $18/hr

The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking a GIS and Data Management Intern. The role involves working on various GIS projects, managing spatial datasets, and conducting field data collection using GNSS hardware.

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Responsibilities

Work on GIS projects as assigned
Populate existing spatial and tabular datasets based on existing standards
Edit existing spatial databases and relational databases
Acquire, download, correct, integrate, and document GNSS data to existing datasets
Field data collection using GNSS hardware and GIS software
Create maps and figures using geospatial software

Qualification

GIS software (Esri)GNSS equipmentMapping techniquesDatabase designField data collectionProactiveWell organizedDetail orientedIndependent work

Required

Student pursuing the educational equivalent of a bachelor's degree or master's degree from a program of study accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Accreditation Education (CHEA)
Completion of 30 college hours toward this degree
Students must be majoring in Geography, Environmental Science, GIS, Information Technology, or a related field with a focus in GIS
Cumulative grade point average of 2.0
Valid driver's license
Proactive and able to work independently
Dependable, well organized and detail oriented
Basic computer skills
Basic knowledge of use of GNSS equipment
Basic knowledge of mapping techniques and methods
Working knowledge of GIS software (Esri) and database design
Physical ability to withstand fieldwork in various weather conditions, including ability to traverse rugged terrain

Company

Arkansas Department of Transportation

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ARDOT is a state agency responsible for developing and maintaining transportation infrastructure to ensure safe travel.
dateFounded in 1977
location
Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.ardot.gov

H1B Sponsorship

Arkansas Department of Transportation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (11)
2024 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$94.8M
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Transportation
2025-02-03Grant· $24.9M
2024-11-18Grant· $1M
2024-11-01Grant· $43.9M

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