GIS Intern w/Coachella Valley Water District (Palm Desert, CA)

Job Summary
 COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
invites applications for the position of:
GIS INTERNPosition Title: GIS Intern
Department: Information Services
Location: Palm Desert, California
Hours Required: Part-time, [20-40 hours/week] (flexible scheduling available)
Compensation: $16.50/hour

About the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD):
At Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD), our mission is to meet the water-related needs of the people through dedicated employees, providing high quality water at a reasonable cost. As a multifaceted agency, CVWD delivers irrigation and domestic (drinking) water, collects and recycles wastewater, provides regional stormwater protection, replenishes the groundwater basin, and promotes conservation.
If you are interested in making an impact in your community while gaining real-world career experience in the water industry, CVWD invites you to apply for this exciting internship opportunity.

Position Overview:
Join our team as a GIS Intern at the Coachella Valley Water District where you'll gain hands-on experience in geographic information systems (GIS) within the water utility sector. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to essential projects that support our operations and improve service delivery to our community.

Essential Functions
Essential Tasks:

• Data Collection: Gather information from field sites using GPS surveying, remote sensing, and other mapping techniques.
• Data Analysis: Verify and import data from various sources using Arcade and Python scripting.
• Script Development: Write and maintain scripts/tools for data manipulation within ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Map Preparation: Assist in creating maps, reports, charts, and databases to support utility operations.
• Collaboration: Work with team members to ensure data accuracy and project deadlines are met.
• Software Operation: Utilize GIS and standard office software, including ArcGIS, CAD, and GPS/GNSS.
• Documentation: Read and interpret maps, diagrams, and construction drawings of municipal water and sewer facilities

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​HOW TO APPLY
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