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MAGNOLIA RIVER Intern - GIS in Decatur, Alabama
Primary Function: The GIS Intern assists with the collection, management, and analysis of GIS and GPS data. The intern will support various GIS-related activities and collaborate with team members to ensure the successful completion of projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in creating, maintaining, and modifying GIS databases.
- Perform GIS-related activities such as GPS field data collection, data creation, conversion, management, and quality control.
- Help interpret maps and other required data for project deliverables.
- Provide technical support for Esri and other GIS software applications.
- Track progress and report to management regularly.
- Work to become well versed in industry best practices and emerging technologies
- Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report any unsafe activities to a supervisor or Human Resources.
- Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the GIS Manager or Project Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Basic understanding of integrated GPS and GIS principles.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Esri software, and other related applications.
- General understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and datums.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work accurately in a detail-oriented environment.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a team environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Education and Experience:
- Enrollment in a Geography, Geospatial Information Systems, or related program.
- Basic experience or coursework in GIS and GPS technologies.
- Experience with Esris ArcGIS software is a plus.
Additional:
- This will be primarily a remote work environment. A strong preference to attending the bi-monthly in-office days to support team building and coordination.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Physical Demands:
Duties are performed in an office environment.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
- The ability to identify and distinguish colors, distances, and spatial relationships.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers and clients. Must be able to exchange accurate information.
Disclaimer:
- Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time
- This description reflects managements assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned
- This job description is subject to change at any time.