Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern - Summer 2024

Why join us?

We are hiring! AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern to join our Lynnwood, WA (Seattle area) office.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

Our Internship Program is designed for college students pursuing a degree in a STEM field and provides opportunities to learn what it’s like to work in a professional environment and apply what’s learned in class to the real-world challenges we face every day.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Contribute to geospatial analyses, data creation/compilation, and flood study administrative processes led by other AtkinsRéalis staff.
• Under the direction of GIS Analysts or water resources engineers, help implement FEMA’s Risk, Mapping, Assessment and Planning (Risk MAP) program which has the primary purpose of mapping the nation’s flood risk by creating/updating Flood Insurance Rate Maps, or flood maps.
• Examples work conducted by AtkinsRéalis professional GIS Analysts and water resources engineers for which this GIS Intern position may provide support includes:

• GIS-based conversion of hard-copy Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) data to digital format.
• Processing and posting flood hazard GIS data to online AGOL viewers.
• GIS-based flood study impact assessments/structure counts.
• GIS support for public meetings for public review of proposed changes to flood hazard data.
• Ad-hoc GIS analysis, mapping and support to FEMA as needed.

What will you contribute?

• EXPERIENCE: 0-2 Years experience in a related technical field.
• EDUCATION: Must have completed 60 hours towards a Geographic Information Systems, geography, planning, environmental sciences, engineering, or other degree with partial coursework in or related to the application of geospatial analysis techniques using the ESRI software suite by the start of the internship (Summer 2024).
• SPECIAL SKILLS: Must have hands-on experience with ESRI ArcGIS (Desktop or Pro) software; good math skills and analytical thinking capabilities; computer skills to enter data into spreadsheets or databases; and willingness to learn. Knowledge of engineering modeling and mapping techniques for flood studies is desired but not required.

• PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS: None.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

As an Intern, you will enjoy a host of developmental benefits which includes:

• Competitive salary
• Hands-on experience with industry leaders
• Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business
• Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities

As a Full-Time employee, you may enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes
• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedules
• Group Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program

Expected compensation range is between $19-$25 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here:

https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.

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