GIS Summer Intern - City of Joliet

Job Title: GIS Summer Intern

Job Type: Full Time (May - August)

Location: Joliet, IL

Salary: $19/hour

GENERAL PURPOSE 

This position is responsible for assisting staff by providing GIS services to departments, public, and contractors. GIS Internship duties include updating GIS data, creating maps, and addressing. They will assist with GIS tasks using ESRI’s suite of products.

All applications (Resume and Cover Letter) must be submitted to employment@joliet.gov or in person to the Human Resources Department before the end of day, March 20th.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Edit and create new data sets, feature classes, and maps.

• Work with ArcGIS Online to create web maps and applications.

• Capture data using Field Maps with a mobile device and GPS.

• Create maps for use by various departments.

• Evaluate data quality.

• Coordinate GIS projects with other departments.

• Document technical specifications and requirements.

• Provide general office support as needed.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Applicants must be currently enrolled in Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related degree program to be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid State of Illinois driver’s license.

Must be at least 18 years of age

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview, reference and background check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.