Are you a detailed-oriented student who takes pride in accuracy and organization? Join us! The City of Eau Claire Community Services Department is accepting applications for an exciting internship that blends public service with hands-on experience in data entry, geographic information systems, and asset management! In this internship you will support asset tracking, documentation, and quality control efforts; enter and update data into asset management software, locate and map all City cemeteries using GIS tools; and more! Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at how cities grow and thrive!

This is a paid internship which may be eligible for academic credit and academic service requirements.

Requirements:

• Current student or recent graduate in Geography, GIS, or a related field at a university or college
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Be at least 18 years of age

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous office experience

Typical Work Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Length of Internship:

• This is a 480-hour internship with a planned start date at the end of May until all 480 hours are completed

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Interviews expected to take place May 4, 2026. Candidates will be notified via email if selected to interview.

**Asset Management Intern Recruitment Snapshot**

POSITION SCOPE

Under general supervision, this position performs data entry and asset management duties for the Community Services Department. This position will identify and catalog assets, which will include reviewing documents and traveling to different City sites to assist in the completion of an assessment management software. This position is a paid internship.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist with buildout and data entry of assets in Cartegraph asset management system.

Enter and update sign, infrastructure, and other City asset details.

Conduct field inventory of materials and landscaped areas maintained by the City.

Perform utility and irrigation line locates within City parks.

Locate and map all City cemeteries using GIS tools.

Support asset tracking, documentation, and quality control efforts.

Enter and update data into asset management software with a high level of accuracy.

Adhere to established data entry procedures.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform related duties as required. At times may be asked to perform other functions within the Community Services Department to complete a task/project, as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS

Current student or recent graduate in Geography, GIS, or related field at a university or college is required.

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Must be at least 18 years old.

Previous office experience is preferred.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Must be detail oriented.

Must have excellent organizational and time management skills.

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite - specifically Word and Excel - with the ability to learn other relevant software.

Maintains prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance.

Must be able to take direction and work well with others.

Must be able to concentrate and perform accurately.

Must be able to react to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.

Must be able to back-up fellow co-workers.

SUPERVISION/DIRECTION RECEIVED

Asset Management Specialist and Community Services Operations Manager

SUPERVISION/DIRECTION EXERCISED

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in the field at City locations, with occasional work from a desk workstation in a general office setting. Work is performed by driving and walking to and around on-site locations, entering system data using a mobile device.

TYPICAL WORK HOURS

Monday through Friday 7AM-3PM. This is a 480-hour internship, planned start date is at the end of May until all hours are met. Schedule/hours are flexible.