Intern - GIS

WHAT THE LJA INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE HAS TO OFFER

Our Summer Internship Program runs from mid-May through the first week of August and is a fully in-person experience, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

As an LJA intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to real-world projects. You'll be integrated into a team, take on meaningful assignments, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to launch your career.

INTERN PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands-on project experience and design support
• Site visits and field exposure
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Professional development and communication training
• Lunch & Learn sessions across multiple disciplines
• Career development panels and networking opportunities
• Volunteer activities and intern events

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As an Intern at LJA in our Public Works department, you will have strengths in analyzing spatial datasets using modern Esri web and desktop applications. This individual may perform a wide range of water and wastewater-related tasks, including data editing, analysis, map production, field inspections, and GNSS data collection. The ideal candidate will have a variety of GIS-related skills for both desktop and mobile applications.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Mapping of LJA projects into a GIS-managed database
• Field Work Performing Data Collection and Utility Inspections
• Exhibit Map Preparation
• Data Entry
• Database Management

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in GIS courses and working towards a Bachelor’s degree or recently graduated

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good work ethic and punctuality
• Strong communication skills
• Highly organized and detailed oriented

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• Working experience in ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS is preferred

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Community Impact: Company-driven volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Professional growth through hands-on experience and a structured mentorship program.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, and team engagement opportunities, etc.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Hours worked during your internship are applied to your ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)

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