Geosyntec Consultants
GIS and Geospatial Data Intern
Geosyntec Consultants, Walnut Creek, California, United States, 94598
GIS and Geospatial Data Intern
Primary Location
US-NV-Reno
ID
2025-3936
Category
Early Career
Position Type
Intern
Remote
No
Additional Location
US-CA-Oakland
Additional Location
US-CA-Walnut Creek
Additional Location
US-CA-Davis
Overview
Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a
GIS and Geospatial Data Intern
in our
Reno, NV, Oakland, Walnut Creek or Davis, CA
office. This part-time, limited-term internship (10-20 hrs/week for 13-15 weeks) is designed to give students hands-on experience supporting environmental consulting projects. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, curious, and excited to apply spatial data tools to complex environmental problems. The position offers the potential to extend across future semesters or transition to full-time employment. The intern will work closely with our IMAG (Information Management and Graphics) team, contributing to project work across
contaminated site investigation, groundwater remediation, mining, and water resources . We are looking for candidates with experience in
ArcGIS Pro ,
ArcMap ,
ArcGIS Online (AGOL) , and
relational databases , as well as scripting experience in
Python
and/or
SQL . This position will primarily take place in-person in one of the Geosyntec regional offices, and occasionally telecommuting may be allowed; candidates must coordinate their own transportation when reporting in person. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Use ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, and ArcGIS Online (AGOL) to support routine and advanced mapping tasks;
Assist in the creation, maintenance, and use of geodatabases for environmental projects; Use Survey123, Field Maps, or other ESRI field apps for field data form creation and QA/QC support; Assist with collecting and managing GPS data using commercial-grade GPS equipment (e.g., EOS Arrow Gold); Write or apply Python scripts, SQL queries, and/or VBA tools to automate GIS/database workflows; Maintain and troubleshoot relational databases using platforms such as MS Access, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and/or EQuIS; Create professional, publication-ready maps, dashboards, web maps, and data visualizations; Work with staff to understand project-specific GIS and data needs, and recommend efficient solutions; Help assess internal GIS needs across the office and propose enhancements or training opportunities; Participate in routine QA/QC of environmental datasets to ensure quality and consistency; and Support legacy workflows (figure prep, Excel data formatting, cross-tool compatibility). Education and Licensure
Currently registered in a Bachelor's or Master's university degree program in a relevant technical discipline ( geography ,
environmental science ,
geology ,
engineering ,
GIS ) or a related field. (required) Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Familiarity with
ESRI software , including:
ArcGIS Pro ArcMap ArcGIS Online (AGOL)
Experience working with
relational databases
(e.g., MS Access, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, EQuIS) (required) Strong understanding of
cartographic principles
and map layout design. (required) Excellent
attention to detail ,
time management , and
organizational skills.
(required) Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and work collaboratively on project teams. (required) Preferred: Experience building or maintaining
geodatabases Familiarity with
ESRI field apps
(e.g., Survey123, Field Maps, Collector) Experience collecting
GPS field data
using commercial units (e.g., Trimble, EOS ArrowGold) Proficiency with
Python ,
SQL , or other programming languages (e.g., VBA, JavaScript, R, etc.) Experience with
data QA/QC , data automation, or repeatable workflows in GIS or databases Exposure to
web map development
(e.g., using AGOL, Geocortex, or similar tools) Interest in supporting
environmental data workflows
for contaminated site investigation, remediation, mining, or water resources Portfolio or examples of past
GIS/data visualization work
(optional but encouraged) This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location. Minimum: $20.11/hour / Maximum: $28.15/hour ( Reno, NV ) Minimum: $22.02/hour / Maximum: $30.84/hour ( Oakland, CA, Walnut Creek, CA ) Minimum: $21.07/hour / Maximum: $29.62/hour ( Davis, CA ) We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees. #LI-MG1 #LI-Onsite
Primary Location
US-NV-Reno
ID
2025-3936
Category
Early Career
Position Type
Intern
Remote
No
Additional Location
US-CA-Oakland
Additional Location
US-CA-Walnut Creek
Additional Location
US-CA-Davis
Overview
Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a
GIS and Geospatial Data Intern
in our
Reno, NV, Oakland, Walnut Creek or Davis, CA
office. This part-time, limited-term internship (10-20 hrs/week for 13-15 weeks) is designed to give students hands-on experience supporting environmental consulting projects. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, curious, and excited to apply spatial data tools to complex environmental problems. The position offers the potential to extend across future semesters or transition to full-time employment. The intern will work closely with our IMAG (Information Management and Graphics) team, contributing to project work across
contaminated site investigation, groundwater remediation, mining, and water resources . We are looking for candidates with experience in
ArcGIS Pro ,
ArcMap ,
ArcGIS Online (AGOL) , and
relational databases , as well as scripting experience in
Python
and/or
SQL . This position will primarily take place in-person in one of the Geosyntec regional offices, and occasionally telecommuting may be allowed; candidates must coordinate their own transportation when reporting in person. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Use ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, and ArcGIS Online (AGOL) to support routine and advanced mapping tasks;
Assist in the creation, maintenance, and use of geodatabases for environmental projects; Use Survey123, Field Maps, or other ESRI field apps for field data form creation and QA/QC support; Assist with collecting and managing GPS data using commercial-grade GPS equipment (e.g., EOS Arrow Gold); Write or apply Python scripts, SQL queries, and/or VBA tools to automate GIS/database workflows; Maintain and troubleshoot relational databases using platforms such as MS Access, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and/or EQuIS; Create professional, publication-ready maps, dashboards, web maps, and data visualizations; Work with staff to understand project-specific GIS and data needs, and recommend efficient solutions; Help assess internal GIS needs across the office and propose enhancements or training opportunities; Participate in routine QA/QC of environmental datasets to ensure quality and consistency; and Support legacy workflows (figure prep, Excel data formatting, cross-tool compatibility). Education and Licensure
Currently registered in a Bachelor's or Master's university degree program in a relevant technical discipline ( geography ,
environmental science ,
geology ,
engineering ,
GIS ) or a related field. (required) Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Familiarity with
ESRI software , including:
ArcGIS Pro ArcMap ArcGIS Online (AGOL)
Experience working with
relational databases
(e.g., MS Access, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, EQuIS) (required) Strong understanding of
cartographic principles
and map layout design. (required) Excellent
attention to detail ,
time management , and
organizational skills.
(required) Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and work collaboratively on project teams. (required) Preferred: Experience building or maintaining
geodatabases Familiarity with
ESRI field apps
(e.g., Survey123, Field Maps, Collector) Experience collecting
GPS field data
using commercial units (e.g., Trimble, EOS ArrowGold) Proficiency with
Python ,
SQL , or other programming languages (e.g., VBA, JavaScript, R, etc.) Experience with
data QA/QC , data automation, or repeatable workflows in GIS or databases Exposure to
web map development
(e.g., using AGOL, Geocortex, or similar tools) Interest in supporting
environmental data workflows
for contaminated site investigation, remediation, mining, or water resources Portfolio or examples of past
GIS/data visualization work
(optional but encouraged) This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location. Minimum: $20.11/hour / Maximum: $28.15/hour ( Reno, NV ) Minimum: $22.02/hour / Maximum: $30.84/hour ( Oakland, CA, Walnut Creek, CA ) Minimum: $21.07/hour / Maximum: $29.62/hour ( Davis, CA ) We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees. #LI-MG1 #LI-Onsite