Geographic Information Systems Intern - Infrastructure and Economic IT Delivery

Reference #: 4756119

THE POSITION

Are you interested in a paid Geographic Information Systems internship? If so, we have you covered! Our Infrastructure and Economic IT Delivery Center is on the lookout for students for employment during the summer months for the 2025 Summer Employment Program! This internship offers a chance to enhance your technical abilities, translate your academic knowledge into practical experience, and collaborate with dedicated professionals who are committed to innovation and quality. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting and are eager to contribute to public service, do not miss out, apply today!DESCRIPTION OF WORK

During this internship, participants will gain practical experience, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities to acquire the essential skills needed to effectively use ESRI ArcGIS Experience Builder and Survey123. They will enhance their abilities in producing diverse GIS products, maps, and applications tailored for transportation and emergency management contexts.Additionally, students will engage in tasks such as geocoding and georeferencing, utilizing resources like PA Spatial Data Access (PASDA) and Living Atlas, as well as developing dashboards and creating location-based emergency response applications, among other activities.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time internship that will run from 5/1/2025 through 8/29/2025

Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

This position requires some in office days for meetings, team building exercises, etc.

Some positions may require travel

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSInternship Requirements:

Must be a high school graduate or college student enrolled (or intending to enroll) on a full-time or part-time basis in a 2- or 4- year post-secondary education program for the fall semester.

You must be in good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher).You must be at least 18 years of age.

Special Requirement:

This position requires a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's LicenseAdditional Requirements:

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

Majoring in one of the following:

Geographic Information Systems

Geography

Computer Science

Data Science

Information Science/Systems

Mathematics/StatisticsHow to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

You must attach transcripts to your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):711 (hear ng and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.