CPD GIS Intern

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The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

Riverdale, Maryland

Deadline Apr 02, 2026
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Description

Under direct supervision, the intern will gain valuable on-the-job training and real-world experience by supporting the Planning, Asset Management, and Trails and Infrastructure Sections of the Capital Planning and Development Division (CPD). The intern will assist with data management, GIS mapping, and field validation work related to site constructability and existing park assets (both natural and structural).

This work will directly support improved planning, coordination, and prioritization of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.

Examples of Important Duties

The intern’s work effort will include, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Conduct site visits to validate park conditions and asset inventories
  • Align inventory updates from the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) with other departmental inventories
  • Assess departmental datasets to inform and improve CIP project prioritization
  • Map planned and current CIP projects, as well as permitted work occurring on parkland
  • Develop maps to support construction site suitability analysis and project scoping
  • Create and update content for ArcGIS Online web applications (e.g., Dashboards, Survey123)
  • Perform related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications

Majors Requested

  • Urban Planning
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Engineering
  • Construction Management or related fields

Course Background / Skills Needed

Training, coursework, or experience in the following areas is preferred:

  • Experience working with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
  • Experience working with surveys, historic documents, and record plats
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working with AutoCAD is a plus

Additional Qualifications

  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Familiarity with computer software and data management tools
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
Supplemental Information
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
 

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

HOW TO APPLY

https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/5255549

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Category GIS Internship
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