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GIS Intern w/XPO logistics (pdx)

2/11/2019

 
https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareerpvt?jobId=67678&company=xpoenterprP&username=&st=E0BBAEBC3A53CFB03F41EE0533A06379A8E4B9E5

Logistics done differently. 

At XPO Logistics, we’re out to transform transportation logistics through technology, and our multimillion-dollar commitment to IT underscores its importance to our vision. Our Technology Associates are on the cutting-edge of that transformation. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to explore what’s next in the world of geographic information systems (GIS). We take pride in helping our employees grow and learn. Become the technology leader you’re meant to be, by building tomorrow’s technology today. 

Pay, benefits and more. 
We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation. This internship program will take place in Portland, Oregon during the spring/summer of 2019.  

What you’ll do on a typical day: 
  • Create production-quality field maps (using ArcMap, QGIS and other GIS tools) for conducting strategic spatial analyses to help improve/drive business decisions 
  • Perform database management tasks by learning/using SQL to discover data patterns and provide insights 
  • Utilize basic to advanced geospatial network analyses, including vehicle routing problems, location allocations and origin destination (OD) cost matrices 
  • Provide support for incoming mapping and analysis requests 
  • Automate tasks by learning/assisting using basic Python and R coding, including annotating and debugging code 
  • Learn about the transportation/logistics industry and how to apply geospatial analytics to provide creative solutions 
  • Participate in a collaborative environment with team members, engage with new technologies and troubleshoot existing inefficiencies 
  • Document procedures to help develop process flow diagrams 

What you need to succeed at XPO: 
At a minimum, you’ll need: 
  • Background or education in GIS, Geography or Engineering (juniors and above preferred) 
It’d be great if you also have: 
  • Coursework or certificate in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
  • Ability to work efficiently and demonstrate effective organizational skills 

Be part of something big. 
XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world's most successful companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L'Oréal, Toyota and many others. We’re the fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and we’re just getting started.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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