GIS Intern
Grand Forks County, Grand Forks, ND, United States
GIS Summer Intern – Grand Forks County
Grand Forks County is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented GIS Summer Intern to join our team through the INTERNGF program. This internship provides hands‑on experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a technology used to create, manage, and analyze digital maps and location-based data. This is a great opportunity to gain practical experience supporting county land records and mapping systems in a professional setting. The internship is approximately from May 27 – August 14 2026.
This opportunity is available exclusively to University of North Dakota (UND) students and offers hands‑on experience supporting GIS processes and systems within a public sector environment.
Responsibilities
Update and maintain the county’s land use GIS layer.
Identify and correct topology errors, including overlapping or misaligned parcel polygons.
Redraw parcels that were incorrectly digitized or missing from prior datasets.
Digitize new parcel splits for the 2026 tax year using legal descriptions, plats, and survey documentation.
Identify and associate 911 addresses with parcel records to support county operations.
Assist with reviewing GIS data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
Document workflows, processes, and data standards to support consistency and future updates.
Provide general support to department staff as needed.
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Urban Planning, or a related field at UND.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work with maps, data, and technical information.
Effective communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) preferred.
Throughout your internship, you’ll work closely with county staff and gain exposure to the day-to-day operations that support land records, mapping, and public services.
Status and Hours
Part‑time (up to 30 hours per week). There may be variation in work hours and days to support the department and County needs. This position is not eligible for teleworking.
Basic Requirements
Current UND student.
Reasonable Accommodations
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office in writing, at the time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County of Grand Forks is an at‑will employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Grand Forks County is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented GIS Summer Intern to join our team through the INTERNGF program. This internship provides hands‑on experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a technology used to create, manage, and analyze digital maps and location-based data. This is a great opportunity to gain practical experience supporting county land records and mapping systems in a professional setting. The internship is approximately from May 27 – August 14 2026.
This opportunity is available exclusively to University of North Dakota (UND) students and offers hands‑on experience supporting GIS processes and systems within a public sector environment.
Responsibilities
Update and maintain the county’s land use GIS layer.
Identify and correct topology errors, including overlapping or misaligned parcel polygons.
Redraw parcels that were incorrectly digitized or missing from prior datasets.
Digitize new parcel splits for the 2026 tax year using legal descriptions, plats, and survey documentation.
Identify and associate 911 addresses with parcel records to support county operations.
Assist with reviewing GIS data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
Document workflows, processes, and data standards to support consistency and future updates.
Provide general support to department staff as needed.
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Urban Planning, or a related field at UND.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work with maps, data, and technical information.
Effective communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) preferred.
Throughout your internship, you’ll work closely with county staff and gain exposure to the day-to-day operations that support land records, mapping, and public services.
Status and Hours
Part‑time (up to 30 hours per week). There may be variation in work hours and days to support the department and County needs. This position is not eligible for teleworking.
Basic Requirements
Current UND student.
Reasonable Accommodations
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office in writing, at the time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County of Grand Forks is an at‑will employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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