Graduate Intern - Geospatial Analytics
Company: Penske Logistics
Location: Reading
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Summary: The Geospatial Intern will play a crucial role
in supporting the geospatial team in various tasks related to
spatial data analytics, mapping, and GIS (Geographic Information
System) activities. The primary purpose of this role is to provide
the intern with hands-on experience and exposure to the field of
geospatial technology while contributing to the successful
execution of geospatial projects within the organization. The
intern will work closely with experienced professionals to gain
practical skills, apply theoretical knowledge, and contribute to
the overall success of geospatial initiatives. Major
Responsibilities: Spatial Analysis and Mapping • Assist in spatial
data analysis performing tasks such as geoprocessing, spatial
querying, and data manipulation. • Contribute to the creation of
high-quality maps and visualizations in ESRI for various projects.
Dashboard Design and Implementation • Create interactive and
dynamic ArcGIS Dashboards to provide real-time insights into
geospatial data. • Work closely with end-users to understand their
requirements and design dashboards that facilitate data-driven
decision-making. Story Map Creation • Develop compelling and
informative ArcGIS Story Maps to effectively communicate geospatial
information and narratives. • Collaborate with different
departments to understand their data visualization needs and
translate them into engaging Story Maps. Qualifications: •
Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Data Science, GIS Data Science, or
Business Analytics required • Master's Degree in a quantitative
graduate program preferred • Currently pursuing a graduate degree
or bachelor's degree in Geography, Geospatial, Engineering,
Computer Science with exposure to ESRI platform, QGIS or Open
Street Maps (OSM) • 1 year of experience using ESRI or QGIS or OSM
platform in academic projects or previous work • Understanding of
geographic information systems (GIS) principles and concepts •
Familiarity with spatial data formats, projections, and coordinate
systems • Hands-on experience with ArcGIS Story Maps for creating
interactive and engaging spatial narratives • Proficient in
designing and implementing ArcGIS Dashboards for dynamic data
visualization • Competence in spatial data analysis, mapping, and
visualization with ArcGIS Pro • Able to work independently and
within a team • Able to manage a cross-functional team toward a
shared objective • Strong written and verbal communication skills;
good presentation skills • Personal influencing skills • Good time
management and organizational skills • Supervisory, coaching and
teaching skills • Regular, predictable, full attendance is an
essential function of the job • Willingness to work the required
schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske
employment application, submit to a background investigation (to
include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug
screening are required. Physical Requirements: -The physical and
mental demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. -The associate will be required to: read; communicate
verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain
information; and remember and understand certain instructions or
guidelines. -While performing the duties of this job, the associate
may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is
frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to
reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to
occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg. -Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to
adjust focus. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Category:
Other Corporate Job Family: General Administration Address: 100
Gundy Drive Primary Location: US-PA-Reading Employer: Penske Truck
Leasing Co., L.P. Req ID: 2402362 Date posted: 04/15/2024
Keywords: Penske Logistics, Reading , Graduate Intern - Geospatial Analytics, Professions , Reading, Pennsylvania
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