Intern - GIS Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide practical experience using GIS on an enterprise level. Work assignments may include GNSS field data collection, data editing and enhancement, creating high quality thematic maps, building ArcGIS Web Applications, and utilizing other software and extensions as appropriate.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Support new services and technologies using GIS based software applications (Esri).
• Edit, manipulate and maintain geographic data using custom and 3rd party software.
• Perform established operations for quality assurance.
• Collect and enter raw data into the GIS software.
• Maintain computer database records for data files and GIS layer information.
• Collaborate with full-time GIS Staff on spatial analyses.
• Generate presentation quality maps using Esri software in a fast-paced communications environment.
• Integrate GIS to support advanced business services by providing detailed visual presentation maps.
• Provide weekly, monthly and annual reports as necessary
• Be ready, willing, and able to travel.
• Communicate effectively and professionally in all forms of communication with internal and external customers.
• Follow and serve as a role model in displaying Midco's Core Values and Leadership Success Drivers
• Adhere to Midco privacy guidelines to ensure each customer's privacy.
• Maintain regular attendance as required by your position.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively communicate with other departments to handle escalating issues in a timely manner.
• Support the mission, vision and values of Midco.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external customers to ensure exceptional service.
• Demonstrate courage by tackling tough issues while acknowledging own limitations without compromising integrity.
• Remove obstacles for team members. Encourage creative solutions.
• Apply personal ethics, honesty, initiative, flexibility, responsibility and confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
• Communicate clear expectations that set a high bar while holding team members accountable to reach these goals.
• Demonstrate business acumen by using data to drive decisions and actions.
• Model flexibility, resiliency and change management skills by staying self-aware, constantly learning, and finding ways to cut through ambiguous problems.
• Identify root causes of problems and implement solutions while keeping a holistic and long-term perspective in mind.
• Actively follow Midco policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and enrollment in a college or university pursuing a degree in GIS or related field.
• Familiarity with Esri software solutions and applications.
• Knowledge of GNSS or GNSS/GIS data collection.
• Familiarity with GIS principles and methodologies.
• Familiarity with Google Earth Applications and features.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
• Employees may be required to work in excess of 40 hours per week and other than normal business hours, such as holidays, evenings and weekends as business demands.

ABOUT MIDCO:

• Midco offers the most reliable wholly owned and operated fiber network spanning 17,000 miles.
• We are a telecommunications leader that is redefining connectivity while being a force for good in the communities we serve.
• We serve nearly 500,000 homes and businesses in more than 400 communities in Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
• Our 1,900 team members work together with integrity, creating a caring culture for a lasting impact.

Visit Midco.com/Careers to learn about employment opportunities and apply today.

Midco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by law. To view our full EEO and federal contractor supplemental posters, please refer to Midco.com/Federal Posters.