About this role
We’re looking for a motivated GIS/CAD Intern to join our Construction Technology team. This internship is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with spatial data, CAD files, and GIS platforms. You’ll assist in converting engineering drawings into GIS deliverables, support map creation, and help manage project data for real-world construction projects.
What You'll Do
Assist with CAD to GIS conversion (DWG, DGN, KMZ) into GIS-friendly formats like shapefiles and feature classes.
Help clean and organize CAD files, standardize layer names, and simplify geometry.
Support map creation in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online for field crews and estimators.
Prepare feature class layers for field data collection and configure dropdown menus, symbology, and attributes.
Organize project folders, manage uploads to AGOL, and assist with QA/QC checks.
Collaborate with the GIS team to troubleshoot data issues and refine workflows.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Studying for a Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Equivalent experience may be considered.
Esri technical training or certifications desirable.
Preferred (Not Required)
Exposure to Trimble Business Center (TBC) or OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
Experience with ESRI Field Maps or Collector.
Understanding of civil construction terminology.
Why Join Us?
Gain practical experience with industry-standard tools and workflows.
Work on real projects that impact infrastructure development.
Collaborate with experienced GIS professionals and learn best practices.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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About Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS)
We are proud to be one of the Midwest’s leading heavy civil infrastructure contractors. Consistently challenging the status quo, we push the boundaries of what’s possible. Our turnkey services provide best-in-class civil construction solutions, ensuring we exceed the needs of every project. No matter the scope, our experts are dedicated to delivering unmatched results. Proudly part of the 100% employee-owned ESS Companies, united in our mission to change lives through ownership while transforming communities across the country.
What you'll do
- Assist with converting engineering drawings into GIS deliverables and support map creation for construction projects. Help manage project data and collaborate with the GIS team to troubleshoot data issues.
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