Intern, GIS

** INTERN, GIS (La Crosse, WI)*
* _Hourly Wage:_  $18.00 Anticipated

Start Date:

ASAP

Learn about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and assist with GIS projects.

** The Impact You Will Make in This Role:*
* ** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**  **:*
* + Work in a team environment to learn about GIS while conducting basic spatial analysis, queries, and data visualization to support departmental projects.

+ Assist with the creation, updating, editing, and maintenance of geospatial datasets using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related tools.

+ Perform data entry, digitizing, and compilation of spatial features from various sources (e.g., easement documents, as-builts, field notes, online sources).

+ Perform QA/QC on GIS data and assist in resolving data discrepancies.

+ Provide GIS support to other departments (e.g., Real Estate and Right of Way, Environmental, Vegetation Management, Telecommunications, Economic Development) as needed.

+ Participate in team meetings and contribute to ongoing GIS improvement initiatives.

** Your Experience and Expertise:*
* ** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**  **:*
* ** Education & Experience**  **:
** Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or a closely related field with a strong emphasis in GIS.

** Skills**  **:
** Microsoft Office and ESRI suite of software a must. ACAD experience preferred.

** Licenses and Certifications**  **:
** Valid Driver's License.

** Physical Demands** :
Extended periods of viewing a computer monitor, with extensive keyboard and mouse usage. Requires sitting, standing, walking, lifting (25 lbs.) and bending. Must be able to traverse rough terrain.

** Environmental Demands**  **:
** Individual will work primarily indoors at a computer station with some field work required.

** Other Job Characteristics**  **:
** Ability to communicate effectively with Dairyland employees, Member Cooperatives, and work in a team environment.

With headquarters in La Crosse, Wis., Dairyland is a generation and transmission cooperative that provides wholesale energy for 24 electric distribution cooperatives and 17 municipal utilities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois.

At Dairyland, we know that happy employees are the backbone of any good organization. By offering an excellent compensation and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and a supportive environment, Dairyland helps ensure a quality business and premier workplace.

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.