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Form of workWe bring together the places that make communities feel like home whether it's an urban park, a commercial plaza, or a residential neighborhood. We do this because we're part of the community too and we care about the places where we live-just as much as you do. Join the team that truly designs with community in mind.
Your Opportunity
Stantec has an opportunity for a motivated GIS Intern. This position will support spatial analysis, 3D analysis, database development and map production efforts in support of Stantec's Community Development business line on a wide range of projects, including FEMA Flood Insurance Studies. This is an excellent career opportunity for an individual to join a team of multidisciplinary professionals in a fast paced, customer driven environment. The position offers a great opportunity to apply the latest in GIS technology for community development, planning, transportation, and other infrastructure related projects and studies.
This individual will utilize GIS software to create and edit geospatial data and develop mapping to support related projects. The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of ESRI software including ArcGIS Pro. This position will work within a team of GIS professionals that are passionate about their work. This is a great opportunity for someone wishing to pursue a potential career in GIS.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Cartography and map development.
- Prepare flood mapping products and flood risk products based on hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
- Spatial analysis, 3D analysis and database management
- Communication and collaboration with the project team, project managers;
- Occasional field data collection (e.g. GPS/GIS data collection); and
- Developing official correspondence for communities.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Working knowledge of ESRI software products;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills;
- Passion for geography, GIS, technology, and information communication; and
- Ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks, concurrently
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographical Information Systems, or a related field; or currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and has included major course work in Geographic Information Systems.
Typical office environment working with computers and working at a desk for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
