Public Works GIS & Asset Management Intern

Position Title: Public Works GIS & Asset Management Intern
Department: Charleston County Public Works
Reports To: Asset Manager
Internship Type: Paid | Part-Time $15hr (20 hrs a week)  Public Works Office
Eligibility: Must be 18 years or older  Living in the Charleston County Area  (Housing or stipend for housing not provided) 

Position Overview

Charleston County Public Works is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented GIS & Asset Management Intern to support our Asset Management Program. This opportunity is ideal for a student or recent graduate interested in civil engineering, geography, GIS, or public infrastructure management. The intern will assist in data collection, GIS mapping, and system analysis to help maintain and improve county infrastructure data.

Program Duration & Schedule

Start Date (Orientation): June 13th

Department Assignment: June 16th – July 24th

Graduation & Program Completion: July 24th

Total Hours: 120 hours (approx. 4-hour shifts per day, depending on department needs and intern’s schedule)

Additional Training: Soft skills workshops provided periodically throughout the program

Key Responsibilities

Collect and update field data for county-maintained roads and drainage systems.

Support GIS mapping projects using ArcGIS Pro, Survey123, and Collector.

Perform spatial and tabular data analysis to inform asset management decisions.

Conduct QA/QC of data in the County’s Work Management System.

Create maps, dashboards, and reports for internal stakeholders.

Produce data products to support Engineering, Field Operations, and Stormwater teams.

Document workflows and update training/reference materials.

Participate in team meetings and learn public infrastructure maintenance practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Geography, GIS, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.

Familiarity with ArcGIS products (ArcGIS Pro, Survey123, Collector, Dashboards).

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Willingness to perform fieldwork in outdoor environments.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Experience with data entry, analysis, or reporting is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate based on experience/education.

Intern Benefits: Professional development, mentorship from experienced staff, and potential for future opportunities.

Work-Life Balance: Regular hours and supportive work environment.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, brief cover letter, and unofficial transcript via the Charleston County Internship Application Portal or email to bewilliams@charlestoncounty.org. Applications accepted until positions are filled; review begins immediately.

Charleston County is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.