Grand Forks County

GIS Summer Intern – Grand Forks County

Grand Forks County is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented GIS Summer Intern to join our team through the INTERNGF program. This internship provides hands-on experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a technology used to create, manage, and analyze digital maps and location-based data. This is a great opportunity to gain practical experience supporting county land records and mapping systems in a professional setting. The internship is approximately from May 27 – August 14, 2026.

This opportunity is available exclusively to University of North Dakota (UND) students and offers hands-on experience supporting GIS processes and systems within a public sector environment.

As a GIS Intern you will assist with a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

• Update and maintain the county’s land use GIS layer
• Identify and correct topology errors, including overlapping or misaligned parcel polygons
• Redraw parcels that were incorrectly digitized or missing from prior datasets.
• Digitize new parcel splits for the 2026 tax year using legal descriptions, plats, and survey documentation.
• Identify and associate 911 addresses with parcel records to support county operations.
• Assist with reviewing GIS data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Document workflows, processes, and data standards to support consistency and future updates.
• Provide general support to department staff as needed.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Urban Planning, or a related field at UND.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work with maps, data, and technical information
• Effective communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) preferred

Throughout your internship, you’ll work closely with county staff and gain exposure to the day-to-day operations that support land records, mapping, and public services, with exposure to public sector GIS operations, and most importantly the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.

Status and Hours: Part-time (up to 30 hours per week). There might be a variation in work hours and days to support the department and County needs. This position is not eligible for teleworking.

Basic Requirements: Current UND student

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted using the Grand Forks County Application and submitted with a resume and cover letter to receive full consideration. The application can be accessed by clicking Grand Forks County Application. Applications may also be obtained at: 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor (northside), Grand Forks, ND 58201 or by email to human.resources@gfcounty.org. Completed applications may be returned in person or via mail at: 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor (northside), Grand Forks, ND 58201 or by email to human.resources@gfcounty.org, by May 10, 2026. Interviewing process starts after the close date.

Selection Process: Prospective employees will undergo a thorough background investigation and may include a drug/alcohol screening. Each applicant’s education, training, and experience will be rated based on required application materials submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.

Reasonable Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office in writing, at the time of application.

The County of Grand Forks is an at-will employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.