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Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States
Onsite
Position Title: Geospatial Data Technician Intern
Department: Geography and Geology
Supervisor: Lisa Siewert, Instructional Supervisor
Location: UW-Stevens Point
Type: Pathways Internship, 2026–27 Academic Year
Compensation: $18.00/hour, approximately 8–10 hours per week
Are you interested in GIS and looking for an opportunity to build professional experience while working on a real-world mapping project?
The Geospatial Data Technician Intern will help transform the official Geologic Map of Wisconsin into a modern GIS dataset for public and educational use. Working primarily in ArcGIS Pro, the intern will digitize geologic formations, create and edit spatial data, check the dataset for errors, and help prepare it for eventual publication through GeoData@Wisconsin.
This internship provides an opportunity to take GIS skills learned in the classroom and apply them to a large-scale professional project. The completed dataset may also support educational mapping projects, including the Ice Age Trail Educator Geologic Map.
LO1 – Geospatial Data Creation and Editing
The intern will apply ArcGIS Pro tools and professional digitizing techniques to create accurate vector data from an existing georeferenced geologic map.
LO2 – Data Quality and Topology
The intern will apply topology and QA/QC procedures to identify, evaluate, and correct spatial and attribute errors within a GIS dataset.
LO3 – Geospatial Data Management
The intern will organize GIS files, attributes, symbology, and metadata using consistent professional data-management practices.
LO4 – Professional Communication and Project Management
The intern will communicate project progress, identify challenges, respond to feedback, and manage weekly project milestones through regular meetings with the faculty supervisor.
LO5 – Professional Development
The intern will develop two individualized professional development goals with the faculty supervisor and reflect on how the knowledge and skills gained through the internship can support future GIS-related career opportunities.
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
