GIS Intern (Spring 2025) - Genesee and Wyoming Railroad

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated intern to join our team for a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to the daily operations of our department. The intern reports to the Manager of GIS (Geographic Information Systems). This is an in-person internship and is based in our Jacksonville, FL office. The internship is part-time (20-30 hours per week) during the Spring 2025 semester with a pay rate of $15 per hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in preparing, collecting, processing, and presenting GIS data for key company projects.
• Perform manual edits to GIS data, in both geometric and tabular formats.
• Coordinate with office staff to ensure efficiency and accuracy in resulting data.
• Review spatially formatted data for accuracy.
• Query geographic data to ensure correct attribution.
• Create accurate metadata for the GIS database.
• Coordinate with field crew to validate complex areas of the railroad system.
• Provide regular updates to the supervisor on task progress.
• Performance of other duties, as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency in O365 (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Pro and/or other GIS software preferred but not required.
• Strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and maintain objectivity.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse teams.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

• Currently pursuing a degree in a related field from an accredited institution.

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.