Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Internship Description
About the internshipWe know that you have aspirations to gain experience that is related to the field of GIS. But in order to do that, you need an opportunity to join a great team where you can apply your skills. We understand what you are experiencing because we have worked with people like you. If you are interested in working with us then complete these steps… 1. Watch this video to understand FAQs about the role: https://youtu.be/bFKgDdIYL5c 2. Watch this video to understand the vision of our business: https://youtu.be/v2UQxEO5sM8 3. Review the info below to ensure it is a good fit for what you are looking for 4. Submit your application by completing this form: https://airtable.com/shrxwbYMMqn4eTkGz 5. Get ready to rock your interview after we reach out to you to schedule a time slot About the businessWant to be on the ground-floor of a company whose goal is to be the market leader for home services in the local 55+ active living retirement communities and franchise the concept to other territories with similar 55+ communities? Home Detail Services LLC concentrates on serving the Sacramento area 55+ active living retirement communities by doing ladder-related home maintenance such as gutter cleaning, window cleaning, solar panel cleaning, and Christmas light hanging & removal. We are hiring a GIS Intern who will have the freedom to develop a project focused on solving Home Detail Services LLC's GIS-related business needs such as targeting new communities, targeting homes in communities we serve that meet certain criteria (ie- has solar panels or a tree near the gutters), aggregating a list of addresses that meet certain criteria (ie- has solar panels or a tree near the gutters), and identifying territories to expand to. Below are examples of GIS-related business needs that the GIS Intern can use as a starting point for their project:
• Targeting new communities
• Identify new communities within the greater Sacramento area to expand the business to (eg- diversify outside of 55+ active living retirement communities into gated communities, retirement homes, commercial, streets/areas with a lot of Christmas lights, new home developments made in 2020 or later that all have with solar panels, etc)
• End: Create a list of the top 10 communities for the business to expand to within the greater Sacramento area
• Targeting homes in Sacramento area 55+ active living retirement communities that meet certain criteria (ie- has solar panels or a tree near the gutters)
• Identify homes in Sacramento area 55+ active living retirement communities that meet certain criteria (ie- has solar panels or a tree near the gutters)
• End: Create a map of homes in the Sacramento area 55+ active living retirement communities that meet certain criteria (ie- has solar panels or a tree near the gutters)
• Aggregating a list of addresses that meet certain criteria (ie- has solar panels or a tree near the gutters)
• Query a list of addresses of homes in certain communities (ie- the 55+ active living retirement communities in the greater Sacramento area) which meet certain criteria (ie- has solar panels or a tree near the gutters)
• End: Create a list of addresses of homes in 55+ active living retirement communities (or other communities) that meet certain criteria (ie- has solar panels or a tree near the gutters)
• Territory identification
• Identify areas outside the greater Sacramento area to expand the business to (ie- 55+ active living retirement communities in Florida + Arizona)
• End: Create a list of the top 10 potential future territories for the business to expand to outside of the greater Sacramento area
• Identify longitudes x latitudes for bandit signs near Churches, Elementary/middle schools, Hospitals, Doctors offices, Dentists offices
• Triangulate ArcGIS layers (ie- income, age, home value, etc) to create a heat map to identify areas that are prime for us to target
What is in it for you
• Remote internship position
• Flexible hours that will accommodate your other commitments
• Be awarded academic credit through an internship for credit course
• Get professional GIS-related working experience
• Intern for a business that has opportunity for advancement
• Have autonomy but support from your supervisor to progress on your project
• Be challenged to hone your skills and learn new ones
• Receive a reference and a letter of recommendation upon request
Details about the opportunity
• Internships run during the Fall quarter from September 15-December 12, Winter quarter from January 12-March 14, Spring quarter from March 28-June 2, and Summer from June 20-September 8.
• Ideal candidate for this unpaid internship would be someone who could grow into a paid role with more responsibilities.
• Intern must be:
• Enrolled as a student
• Enrolled in an internship course for academic credit (entry into an internship course for academic credit must be verifiable)
• All work will be done remotely
• Communications will be made via Zoom, email, call or text
• Minimum time required for GIS Internship: 40 hours total over the academic quarter/semester
• Internship Supervisor: Chris Anderson
• Contact Chris Anderson at (916) 380-8333 or
[email protected]
Learning Outcomes:
• Get professional working experience
• Gain GIS experience
• Get experience with tools like ArcGIS and Google Sheets
Career Competencies:
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in this process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.
• Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.
• Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is able to work within a team structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.
• Digital Technology: Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete tasks, and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to new and emerging technologies.
• Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes.
• Career Management: Identify and articulate one's skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities, and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.
We're 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.
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