What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internship- Utilities GIS position at City of Odessa, Texas?
Department: Utilities Administration Reports To: Assistant Director of Utilities
Summary: The Summer Intern position offers students and early-career professionals the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in municipal government. Interns will assist with assigned projects, support daily operations, and develop professional skills while working under the guidance of City staff.
The Summer Intern assigned to the Utilities Administration department will support daily operations and assist with departmental projects, gaining practical experience in mapping and data management by helping create and maintain GIS maps, develop line features, and incorporate new construction as-built information into the City's GIS database.
Essential Functions: Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: Must be currently enrolled in or recently completed coursework in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Physical demands and working environments: Interns will work up to 40 hours per week Schedule may vary based on departmental needs and availability. Work is performed in an office, field, or operational setting, depending on assignment. May include sitting, standing, walking, or light physical activity
Internship Duration: Temporary, seasonal position (Summer Internship Program). Start and end dates will be determined by the department and HR.
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Summary: The Summer Intern position offers students and early-career professionals the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in municipal government. Interns will assist with assigned projects, support daily operations, and develop professional skills while working under the guidance of City staff.
The Summer Intern assigned to the Utilities Administration department will support daily operations and assist with departmental projects, gaining practical experience in mapping and data management by helping create and maintain GIS maps, develop line features, and incorporate new construction as-built information into the City's GIS database.
Essential Functions: Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Create and update GIS features, including linework and map layers, to support accurate and current geospatial data.
- Assist with integrating as-built construction information into the GIS database, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and proper documentation.
- Support daily operational tasks and administrative functions
- Conduct basic research, data entry, or reporting as needed
- Provide customer service or internal support, as applicable
- Attend meetings, trainings, or site visits as assigned
- Follow all City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: Must be currently enrolled in or recently completed coursework in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or relevant tools
- Interest in public service or municipal government
- Positive attitude
- Organizational & prioritization skills
- Communication skills
- Accountability
Physical demands and working environments: Interns will work up to 40 hours per week Schedule may vary based on departmental needs and availability. Work is performed in an office, field, or operational setting, depending on assignment. May include sitting, standing, walking, or light physical activity
Internship Duration: Temporary, seasonal position (Summer Internship Program). Start and end dates will be determined by the department and HR.
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