GIS Intern

This position will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications being Monday, February 2nd. 

The GIS Intern will perform entry-level to semi-skilled office and field tasks related to the operation and maintenance of the City of Rosemount’s GIS functions and asset management systems. This temporary position will work 30-40 hours per week approximately May through August.

Essential Duties:

• Collect and enter geospatial and attribute data in the office and field with GPS, ESRI ArcGIS, and asset-management hardware, software, and mobile applications
• Create, edit, and update features in geodatabases and shapefiles
• Scan and relate plans, manuals, etc. to GIS assets
• Perform other work related to the operation and maintenance of the City’s GIS, GIS applications, and asset management systems.

• High school diploma or G.E.D., with a minimum of one (1) year vocational or college course work in GIS Geography, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field of study; or an equivalent combination of training and experience required to perform work.
• Candidates should meet one of the following criteria:
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college program;
  • Eligible to receive a degree/certificate following the completion of the internship, or
  • Have recently graduated with a related degree or certificate
• Valid Driver’s License

• Basic knowledge of Public Works infrastructure: underground utility piping, pavements, structures and appurtenances
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and drawings
• Ability to read and interpret legal property descriptions
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS desktop 10.x and ArcGIS Online
• Desire to learn on the job
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to operate a City vehicle