Summer 2027 GIS Intern

WaterOne's Summer 2027 GIS Intern will work alongside our GIS team supporting GIS activities and projects including map production, data collection, creating documentation, maintaining and supporting GIS applications, as well as assisting with new GIS applications.

Pay range for this position is $20.00/hr. WaterOne's summer internship program runs from May 17, 2027 until August 6, 2027.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assists GIS staff with planning, designing, implementing, and supporting Web GIS and Mobile GIS applications in ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Provides timely response and establishes high priority for GIS map and analysis requests.
• Compiles, attributes, converts, edits, and maintains data in geographic and operational databases and their associated documentation.
• Collects data in the field including using GPS equipment and assisting with Drone data collection missions.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining GIS database quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Provides support of integration between GIS and other non-spatial applications such as SAP and SCADA.
• Upholds GIS system integrity, security, and confidentiality.

Other Duties 

• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Customer Service Commitment

WaterOne employees shall continuously strive to meet or exceed the expectations of both their internal and external customers.  Questions and concerns shall be acknowledged on the same day whenever possible, but no later than the next business day.  Issues shall be resolved as promptly as possible, with the goal of maximizing customer satisfaction.

Required Education & Experience

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program at a regionally accredited college or university with in GIS, Geography, Computer Science or Engineering. Completion of at least 60 credit hours with at least 15 credit hours of relevant upper division coursework.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to commit to a 12-week internship program.
• Knowledge of and experience with ArcGIS Desktop and/or ArcGIS Pro.  
• Experience using Windows PCs and Microsoft 365 including Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of spatial data management and analysis concepts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical, cartographic mapping, spatial analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and continuously meet WaterOne driving standards.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and background verification in accordance with WaterOne standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise and/or ArcGIS Online.
• Experience using GPS technology to collect feature locations.
• Experience using communication/collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally lift/or move up to 5 pounds and 10 pounds rarely. This position will frequently work in outdoor weather conditions. Occasionally work inside and outside WaterOne facilities and structures.  Outside working conditions are dependent on the weather, which involves extreme heat (above 90 degrees) in the summer and cold in the winter (below freezing).  Some work may be in non-heated and non-air-conditioned structures. Rarely perform field assignments in poor weather and driving conditions and deal with other hazards of field work. Rarely has toleration of noise levels that are generally minimal but may be excessive for brief periods of time (hearing protection is provided.

The position requires frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment, such as a copier and telephone. Candidates must be able to move between different work locations as needed and wear personal protective equipment when visiting or navigating construction sites.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment for this position is a typical office setting. Employees will be expected to work in a professional office environment that includes tasks performed at a desk, using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, and filing systems.  The job duties for this position sometimes takes place in the field and/or plant environment where exposure to various environmental factors such as chemicals, noise from machinery, and fluctuating temperatures is likely and personal protective equipment may be required. The noise level when working in the field and/or plant environment is usually moderate to maximal.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WaterOne is an equal opportunity employer and upholds a non-discrimination policy. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, military status, or marital status in making employment and business decisions. We also prohibit harassment and retaliation in the workplace and in our dealings with the public. We encourage and welcome diversity of backgrounds in our workforce. WaterOne complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).

Complete job description is available upon request and will be provided during the selection process.