What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern position at Bolton & Menk, Inc.?
Bolton & Menk is now accepting applications for our 2026 summer internship season. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.
As a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern you will learn practical on-the-job experience serving municipalities and will spend the majority of your time assisting with field data collections. Some internship opportunities may also include working on various database development and map development projects. Interns are expected to provide their own transportation to and from work project sites in the area.
Internship opportunity will be during the 2026 Summer season. Applications will be reviewed late September.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Assists with data collection as directed
- Assists with database development as directed
- Assists with map development as directed
What We Are Looking for:
- Degree Programs: Selected candidates will be enrolled in am Associates or Bachelor's Degree program in GIS, Geography, Computer Science or equivalent at an accredited college
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.8 GPA; Desired GPA 3.2 or above
- Current Status: Desired is Sophomore or above with completed coursework in general GIS and data collection equipment (i.e. ArcGIS, Trimble GPS)
- Students must have the ability to work in extended outdoor conditions and be physically capable of navigating rugged terrain for the purpose of performing the construction observation duties
- Students must possess a valid driver's license and their own transportation or have ability to use public transportation. You will be reimbursed for business-related travel
Each year we look for variety of experience, education, and ability for our student intern pool. Some positions may be filled with students who have experience depending on the level of complexity a project or client may require. Preference may be given to students who have completed a previous internship with Bolton & Menk.
Relocation and housing are not included.
Supporting Our Employees
There's life at work and life outside of work. Bolton & Menk has a number of benefit programs and amenities to support you and your family throughout whatever stage of life you are in.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation plan - overtime compensation available to most employees
- Paid time off (PTO)
WHY BOLTON & MENK?
Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 35 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Colorado providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.
It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer including disability and vets.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.