Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges. As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.
Your Opportunity
As a GIS Intern within the Environmental Business Operating Unit at Stantec Consulting Services Inc., you will be tasked with utilizing geographic information system (GIS) technology to support various projects and initiatives. Your role will involve but not limited to, processing field collected data, and mapping to aid in environmental or engineering tasks. You will work under the guidance of Kurt Howard, GIS Manager, who will provide mentorship and ensure you gain practical experience. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills and apply them in real-world scenarios.
Your Key Responsibilities
– Create online map products for field use
– Process and analyze GIS data collected from field surveys
– Create and update digital maps using GIS software
– Collaborate with team members to support various GIS-related tasks
– Conduct research and gather spatial data from various sources
– Potential opportunities to participate in field work
– Other duties as assigned to help develop additional technical skills
?Your Capabilities The ideal candidate will have an enthusiasm for learning about environmental consulting, is willing to take on new challenging tasks, and would like to work with diverse team of professionals from different environmental backgrounds. Specific experience and qualifications in the following areas are also required:
– Strong working knowledge of ESRI (or equivalent) software and extensions (AGOL, Survey123, etc).
– Must have a good driving record and valid driver’s license.
– Reliable transportation
Education and Experience
– Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences program
– Two years of college education in environmental sciences and within approximately 1-2 years of graduation. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of acti