Job Description Organisations don't innovate, people do. As part of our digital transformation business, you'll help clients unlock innovation, embrace the future and change communities for good. And we'll help you stimulate new thinking, accelerate your career and connect you to projects that really matter. Join our team of over 600 data scientists, design thinkers, immersive digital consultants, project managers and innovators, all working to create positive change for generations to come. Who are we looking for? At GHD we are looking for a new Digital Intern to join the Location Intelligence team at our Detroit, MI office. We are seeking a motivated Geospatial Tools Intern to join our Data, Insights, and Solutions team. The intern will assist in the development and implementation of digital tools to support various environmental projects, including remediation efforts, site investigations, and data analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate individual to gain hands-on experience in the field of GIS and environmental consulting. Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: * Database Specifications: Provide information and comments on suitability during the approval process for database specifications to ensure all agreed standards and protocols are followed and data integrity is preserved. * GIS Tools: Collaborate to design, develop, and test GIS tools and workflows. Assist in the integration of GIS tools into existing environmental remediation and investigation workflows. * Documentation and Backup: Draft and maintain basic technical and/or user documentation to a high standard, and create backup files to ensure instant recovery if problems occur. * Culture of Innovation: Support a culture of innovation by contributing to solutions that boost creativity, innovation, and collaboration; help in setting up and monitoring idea generation platforms, jam sessions, and hackathons. * Business Case: Contribute information and analysis to support the development and review of business cases. Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions for innovative geospatial solutions. * Documentation: Document project progress and prepare reports on geospatial tool performance and findings. Stay updated with the latest advancements in geospatial technology and software. * Analysis of "As Is" and "To Be": Support and contribute to the documentation of "as is" and "to be" processes and describe the changes required to migrate to the "to be" capability to record accurately the change required. * Feasibility Studies: Contribute to and support feasibility studies from a technological and organizational perspective, and document findings. * Enterprise Business Analysis: Identify opportunities for process or procedural improvement, and design improved solution alternatives. * Application Software Development: Contribute to development of existing and new applications by carrying out straightforward, well-defined basic programming, design, and coding activities under close supervision. * Data Collection and Analysis: Analyze environmental data to identify patterns, trends, and insights that can inform project decisions. Support the development of geospatial tools to assess environmental risks and outcomes. * Requirements Management: Identify, elicit, and document user/project requirements, using appropriate modeling technique, if required. Analyze requirements and validate with original users, eliminating confusion. Outline verification criteria to ensure requirements are met. Maintain documentation and traceability throughout project. What you will bring to the Team Education * Currently enrolled in in Geography, Data Science, Environmental Science, or equivalent Bachelor's or Master's degree program Experience * General Experience: No experience required. * Strong understanding of GIS software, geospatial data management, and data analysis techniques. * Proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, or JavaScript. * Experience with ArcGIS Pro, Desktop, or QGIS. ArcGIS Online experience is a plus. #LI-AL1 As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
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