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)

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.