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Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) Student Intern - GIS (Engineering) in Laurel, Maryland

Position Information

Functional TitleStudent Intern - GIS (Engineering)

Recruitment Category TypeStudent Intern

Functional CategoryEngineering & Construction

GradeGS.01

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

Requisition NumberSI26-026

Number of Vacancies2

Job LevelStaff

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

The student intern will be exposed to various applications of GIS technology in a water utility. Particular attention will be paid to data maintenance procedures to support network data depicting our water distribution and sewer collection systems.

Organization NameEngineering & Environmental Services

Reports toPedro E Flores

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week40

Regular or TemporaryTemporary

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

8:30 AM to 5 PM

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

The GIS student internwill be exposed to various applications of GIS technology in a water utility. Particular attention will be paid to data maintenance procedures to support network data depicting our water distribution and sewer collection systems.

Essential Functions

  • Assist GIS Technician by editing and digitizing enterprise GIS data using ARCGIS desktop products.

  • Perform research and interpret details on engineering documents and translate that data into GIS data sets.

  • Generate Maps by working collaboratively with WSSC staff.

  • Performs other related duties as required.

Other Functions

Attend meetings with clients to discuss GIS needs.

Work Environment And Physical Demands

  • Work in performed in normal office setting.

  • Most of the work will involve use of a desktop computer.

  • Field visits with WSSC staff to verify assets in the filed might be occasionally necessary.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word and Excel)

  • Knowledge of ARCGIS Desktop products, especially ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap and ArcCatalog;

  • Ability to learn some AutoCAD

  • Ability to research engineering plans and as-built drawing to uncover information about water and sewer assets.

  • Good verbal and written communication.

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

Completed some college level classes in engineering, geography, urban planning, environmental studies or architecture.

Additional Requirements

N/A

Preferences

Knowledge of ARCGIS desktop suite and/or other GIS desktop products

SalaryCommensurate with education and experience

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date

Open Until FilledYes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Are you currently enrolled as a full-time student in college or university?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Have you completed at least 12 credit hours of study (e.g., 1 semester)?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Have you completed college coursework in engineering, geography, urban planning, environmental studies, or architecture?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have a GPA of 2.5 or higher in college?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
  • Yes

  • No

  • What dates will you be on spring break?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume

  • Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

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