GIS Mapping Intern at Connexus Energy – Ramsey, Minnesota

The Connexus Energy GIS internship provides practical, real-world experience working with electric system mapping and data. The intern will support GIS staff with system updates, mapping requests, and data accuracy while gaining exposure to tools used by field crews and operations teams.

Anticipated hiring range is between $17.00 - $20.00 per hour. The final compensation offered is based on the selected candidates qualifications, experience and skill level.

In this position, you will:

Manage daily work by reviewing and processing designed projects from the backlog queue for entry into the Enterprise GIS database.Resolve conflict errors in GIS data and work with crews, design, or operations to resolve errors. Model system changes and related data accurately so the Enterprise GIS can support real-time distribution system operations.Obtain information from other enterprise systems to validate correctness of mapping data and to solve discrepancies.Provide special mapping products as needed to internal users and/or external organizations such as government agencies and other utilities.Submit requirements to GIS Analyst as needed to develop proper views, filtering, levels, and/or stored displays in GIS to display the required necessary data.

Need to have:

High school diploma or equivalentEnrolled and pursuing a 2 - 4 year degree in GIS Geography, engineering, surveying, or related fieldA valid Minnesota Driver’s License

Nice to have:

Hands-on experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro 3.1+ softwarePC skills utilizing Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, SQL Server Management Studio, Power BI, Teams)

Pre-Employment Requirement: Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Based in Ramsey, Connexus Energy is Minnesota’s largest electric cooperative, providing electricity, renewable energy alternatives and related services to 147,000 residential and commercial members just north of the Twin Cities. We offer a collaborative work environment with challenging and rewarding work, which provides for professional development and work-life balance in a highly technical, stable and innovative industry. We give back to the communities we have served for more than 80 years by embracing opportunities to volunteer, donate and support economic development. Our talented and friendly staff focuses on achieving our mission of powering our members and communities toward a smarter energy future with a passionate focus on affordability, innovation, safety, and grid reliability.

This position is not eligible for Connexus Energy benefit plans but is eligible for Earned Safe and Sick time required under Minnesota State Statute.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.