GIS Mapping Intern

Apprenticely is helping OzarksGo hire a GIS Mapping Intern in Fayetteville, AR.

About OzarksGo:

OzarksGo, a telecommunications subsidiary of Ozarks Electric Cooperative, provides all-fiber gigabit internet, premium television, and telephone services to Northwest Arkansas and Northeast Oklahoma. As a technology-driven utility, we are committed to delivering reliable, high-speed services to our members and communities.

About the Position:

The GIS Mapping Intern will support OzarksGo’s large-scale fiber infrastructure mapping initiative. This project plays a critical role in improving our outage management capabilities by aligning real-world assets with our GIS fiber database. Interns will work directly with advanced GIS software to digitize and maintain fiber optic data and assist in resolving gaps between existing construction and mapping records.

• Digitize GIS fiber data using ArcGIS Pro, including creation and adjustment of points, lines, and relevant geometry.
• Work within Crescent Link extension to support fiber connectivity data entry between taps and service locations.
• Attribute management and validation of fiber routes in the enterprise GIS environment.
• Cross-reference real-world construction with map book data; document discrepancies for database updates.
• Input and maintain access address information at each fiber path access point.
• Work on progressively complex digitizing tasks as proficiency develops.
• Collaborate with team members to complete defined GIS mapping areas on schedule.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support project completion.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an Intro to GIS course or equivalent 1 year of experience in GIS work required.
• Interest in telecommunications infrastructure and mapping.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, maps, and GIS data.
• Basic understanding of geometry and spatial concepts.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro or similar GIS platforms.
• Exposure to Crescent Link or similar fiber network extensions in GIS environments.
• Coursework or certification in GIS, Geography, or a related technical field.

• Interns will work on-site at the OzarksGo headquarters.
• Access to enterprise GIS databases and advanced software tools will be provided.
• Interns must be able to sit for extended periods and focus on computer-based tasks.

• Current Arkansas state resident
• Ability to pass a standard background check and have a clean driving record
• Ability to work 40 hours a week, following the three-month internship
• Ability to work full-time in the United States without a current or future need for visa sponsorship

• Pay Range: $15/hour
• Schedule: 40-hour week: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday during internship
• Length of Internship: 3 months
• Location: Fayetteville, AR

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