Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern (NCS) - BCIT

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 4/9/2025

SALARY RANGE: $15.00 - $28.30 HOURLY

BACKGROUND CHECK

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

PROBATION

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The BCIT Geographic Information Systems (GIS) internship will provide opportunities to learn how the City of Baltimore utilizes spatial technology to support critical operations. The intern will work alongside experienced GIS professionals to perform a range of tasks, including spatial data management, map production, map application development, and coordinating with government stakeholders to support requests and projects. The internship will allow the intern to gain experience working in an increasingly challenging and fast paced atmosphere, as well as learn new skills through several training opportunities.

Interns will obtain feedback from their managers throughout the program, as well as assistance with managing roadblocks along the way. Beginning with virtual orientation, interns will benefit from various aspects of BCIT’s culture.

• 1 on 1’s with their manager
• Weekly Chew & Chats
• All Hands meetings
• Learning opportunities as they arise

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Mapping application development
• GIS data management
• Cartography/map production
• Open Baltimore open data platform management
• Project and workflow technical documentation
• Training

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Currently attend a Maryland high school as a junior/senior
• Currently attend a Maryland higher education institution
• Graduated from a Maryland high school, but currently attend a non-Maryland higher education institution
• Graduated from a Maryland high school, and is currently enrolled or graduated from a career technical training program
• Available to work a minimum of 20 per week
• ESRI software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Survey123)
• Microsoft Office

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Coursework in information technology, computer science, or business analytics
• Proficient with ESRI software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Survey123)
• Organization skills
• Critical thinker
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Project Management skills
• Ability to present recommendations clearly and concisely

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.  The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER