GIS / Survey Intern
Wood PLC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is currently searching for a GIS / Survey Intern to support our Consulting business. This will be an office-based position and will be seated in our Houston, TX office. The GIS/ Survey Intern will support survey and geohazards / site assessments for offshore projects. The internship is intended for GIS / Survey students (not new graduates) and is expected to last the summer (approximately 3 months). Due to the nature of the position, we will be looking for local qualified candidates only at this time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in managing project GIS databases including data loading, quality assurance and metadata.
• Assist with producing maps, charts, reports and other data deliverables for internal and external issue.
• Contribute to GIS data specifications and other technical material.
• Assist with performing pipeline routing assessment and developing reports.
• Assist with data interpretation and analysis of geospatial datasets in support of Site Assessment Plans and Construction and Operations Plans for offshore wind developments.
• Interact with department members to ensure that work is produced and issued in a timely manner and project information is distributed amongst them
• Establish good rapport and build relationships with peers and clients by responding to requests and communicating information in a timely manner.
• Comply with all company policies including safety policies.

• 3rd-4th year of Bachelor's Degree in GIS or Survey
• Intern or professional experience (less than 3 years) in GIS / Survey
• Must be an US Citizen or authorized to work lawfully in the US, without sponsorship from Wood
• Excellent communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills, with ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced and flexible environment
• A good understanding of coordinate systems and transformations.