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GIS/Mapping Intern (Seasonal)

Salary

$14.93 Hourly

Location

Harrisonburg, VA

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

7026 - (Jan 2026)

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

01/09/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Do you have an interest in GIS or geography and want to learn more about the City's responsibilities in these areas? If so, consider applying for the GIS/Mapping Intern (Seasonal) position with the Public Works Department!

The GIS/Mapping Intern (Seasonal) position is temporary/seasonal role (no benefits) with a preferred starting rate of $14.93 per hour. The ideal candidate will be available during regular business hours to work 40 hours or less per week on an as-needed basis or for the completion of a specific assignment.

In the GIS/Mapping Intern (Seasonal) position, you'll:

+ Perform a variety of work to assemble and enter data into stormwater, traffic, and street geodatabases;

+ Utilize multiple functions of ESRI GIS software for Public Works stormwater management, transportation, traffic, and asset management divisions;

+ Communicate clearly and effectively with team members;

+ Be competent in the understanding of public works GIS assets and structures when presented on maps, construction drawings, and geospatial systems;

+ Possess basic computer skills and a working knowledge of GIS;

+ Have the aptitude to perform measurements with various tools and complete calculations to resolve data anomalies;

+ Work efficiently and independently in an outdoor setting to complete job assignments, including operating a City vehicle as needed.

Physical Requirements: This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Work requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data.

Minimum Qualifications

+ High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Current enrollment in or recent graduate of a Geography or GIS Technology program in pursuit of a Bachelor's degree.

+ Valid driver's license.

The id eal candidate will have:

+ Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills;

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills; and

+ Proficiency with computers and office software.

Successful applicants for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

+ DMV Driving Record Review;

+ Criminal Background Check.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: All candidates must complete a City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history, to be considered. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 01/09/2026)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interns are not eligible for benefits with the City of Harrisonburg.