Geospatial Data Scientist Intern - Networking Event with AECOM - Raleigh
AECOM9 months ago
Baltimore, MD, United States
On-site
Internship
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Raleigh on January 28–29, 2026, designed to connect talented individuals with early career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2026. In addition to the event activities—including a networking mixer and onsite interviews—the company is actively seeking a creative, motivated, and highly talented Geospatial Data Scientist Intern in the Baltimore, Maryland office. This internship will support engineering and planning projects focused on water/wastewater utilities, surface transportation, aviation, and water resources.
Location: Baltimore, Maryland office
Schedule: Begins May 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Responsibilities: Produce high quality, cartographically sound maps, graphics, and figures.
- Create, manage, edit, and maintain various types of GIS data, including spatial databases.
- Collect and manage field and survey data using mobile GPS equipment.
- Transfer data to/from GPS devices and post-process using differential correction.
- Perform QA/QC review of GIS data and compile metadata.
- Digitize, scan, and georeference maps, engineering drawings, and imagery.
- Automate mapping and geoprocessing tasks using Esri Model Builder and Python.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or higher in GIS, Data Science, Environmental Science, or a related field, with the intent to continue after the internship (unless graduating).
- Requirements: Must have completed two years of study in their program.
- Valid U.S. Driver's License is required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. Selected candidates must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
Preferred Qualifications
- Qualifications: Experience working with desktop GIS software packages, including Esri's ArcGIS suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) and mobile applications.
- Experience creating, managing, editing, and manipulating spatial data in various formats.
- Experience working with spatial and non-spatial databases.
- Ability to work in both office and field settings.
- Ability and willingness to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously in a team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits & Perks
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability benefits, paid time off, flexible work options, employee assistance programs, and more.
Required Skills
ArcGIS Online
ArcGIS Pro
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
QA/QC
Mobile GPS Data Collection
Geoprocessing Automation
Cartography
Data Science
Python Programming
Spatial Data Management