GIS Specialist Internship
Department: Shared Services-Information Technology
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Dublin, OH
Reporting To: Rory Kaip
Compensation: $18.00 - $24.00 / hour
Description
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose. At Verdantas, we are pioneers in delivering a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting, sustainable engineering, cutting-edge modeling, and digital technology services. Specializing in thriving markets with strong growth trends, we play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors such as power, renewable energy, water resources, government land use, and transportation infrastructure.
Our dynamic team, comprised of environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, collaborate closely with clients, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to provide highly accurate datasets and models that tackle intricate environmental and infrastructure challenges. We pride ourselves on going beyond conventional problem-solving; we function as strategic partners, actively assisting clients in realizing their infrastructure and sustainability goals.
Verdantas stands at the forefront with a robust team of over 1700 professionals, including top-tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts strategically positioned throughout the U.S. Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. As a reliable partner, Verdantas offers integrated solutions and forward-thinking strategies in environmental consulting, engineering, and digital technology services.
Join us on this journey where your skills and passion align with our mission to create a sustainable future through groundbreaking solutions. At Verdantas, your career transcends traditional boundaries, and your impact extends far beyond the workplace. Discover a workplace where your talents thrive, and your contributions make a lasting difference.
Verdantas is seeking a GIS Internship. This position will be located in Dublin, Ohio.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with research and source material collection for mapping projects
- Import, catalog, and export geographic data from various sources
- Track GIS projects from start to finish
- Quality control throughout the various production stages
- Oversee GIS data collection efforts including, uploading and downloading of GPS collected data
- Work with Project and Task Managers creating GIS maps and figures for reports
- Assist in the management of GPS equipment
- Demonstrate strong organization and technical skills
- Communicate effectively with team members across multiple disciplines
Qualifications:
- 0-2 years of relevant work experience
- Proficient in the use of ESRI ArcGIS Version 10 software for the production, editing, and manipulation of GIS data (coverages, shapefiles, and geodatabases)
- Familiarity with 3D Analyst tools
- Knowledge of different data formats used-Geodatabase, Shapefile, CAD, KMZ
- GPS data correction and importing data into GIS
- Maintaining and updating large datasets
- Ability to work on tight deadlines and multitask
- High Attention to detail
- Experience using AutoCAD
- Knowledge of cartographic techniques
- Knowledge of fundamental spatial analysis techniques
- Knowledge of spatial referencing systems
- Must have a valid driver’s license
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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