Why Minnetonka?
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Our greatest asset are our people. City of Minnetonka employees work together to drive change and make a meaningful impact on the community. We support one another in our personal and professional lives. You can expect to make a difference because in Minnetonka you and your work matter.

Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your GIS skills in an innovative and supportive environment? Do you want to learn how to build and manage a GIS project from inception to deployment while gaining valuable experience using Esri’s ArcGIS ecosystem? 

As an intern working within our team, you’ll work to create custom GIS applications that solve real-world problems. You will have the opportunity to grow your skills in cartography, project management, app development, and programming all within an enterprise environment. This is a seasonal summer position that may include the opportunity to work into the fall school term, if schedules allow. 

The position is subject to a background/driver's license check. This is an in-person position. We are looking to hire up to three interns this year.

Compensation: Please note: The 2026 salary range is anticipated to increase pending budget approval in mid-December.

• Create web maps and mapping applications
• Create and manage Enterprise GIS datasets
• Assist with building and maintaining GIS asset management systems
• Work within the GIS team on a variety of GIS tasks, such as mapping requests
• Assist with field data collection using high accuracy GPS
• Ability to manage and prioritize time across various projects

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• A commitment to and belief in the organization's shared values
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university/technical Geography, GIS, or closely-related field
• Six months experience working with ArcGIS and related software
• Valid driver's license

Desirable Job Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year completed in an accredited college/university/technical Geography, GIS, or closely-related field
• A grasp of the fundamentals of GIS
• Excellent technical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written communication skills
• Customer service experience

Exceptional services provided by exceptional people. We promote a supportive work environment that encourages excellence, accountability, customer focus and teamwork where employees are appreciated, respected and valued through our commitment to the employee-developed shared values: 

• Adaptable Learning & Innovation 
• Authentic Communication 
• Healthy Human Relationships 
• Contagious Enthusiasm 
• Outcome Focused Teamwork 
• Shared Success

Not Sure You Meet All the Qualifications?
If this role interests you, but you’re unsure about meeting all the listed requirements, we encourage you to apply! Your unique experiences may be more relevant than you think, and we value both technical skills and diverse perspectives.

How to Apply:

1. Click “Apply” at the top of the page before the closing date.
2. Submit these documents via the online application system (no zip files or links):
   • Resume
   • Cover Letter
3. Questions? Contact Human Resources at HR@minnetonkamn.gov.

Hiring Process:

• Open Job Posting: Requisition is open and accepting applications.
• Selection Process: Qualified applicants join a candidate pool. Hiring managers select candidates for interviews and/or assessments. You’ll be notified if selected.
• Pre-Employment Screening: This may include a driver's license, a criminal history background check, a drug test, a physical exam, a work assessment or simulation, and, if education-based, proof of qualifications.

Contact Us:
For position-related questions, email Katie Xiong at Kxiong@minnetonkamn.gov.

Veteran’s Preference:
Veterans can request preference under MN Statute 197.455 by submitting a DD214 with their application.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of Minnetonka values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, public assistance status, or other protected classes.