Geospatial Intern (Paid Internship)
St. Louis, MO US
Full-time
T-Kartor USA, a premier geospatial solutions provider located in St. Louis, MO, has an employment opportunity for up to 20 Internships.
T-Kartor USA provides data-driven geographic information solutions, merging geospatial and cartographic skills with IT to achieve success. Committed to quality and measured by customer satisfaction, we are a progressive company that provides sustainable geospatial solutions to premier customers worldwide.
About the Role
Position Summary
Each intern will be responsible for acquiring, analyzing, compiling, evaluating, and reviewing geospatial data for use in standard products, non-standard products, and/or data holdings in support of project requirements. The Intern will a tribute, exploit, extract, format, manipulate, position, and symbolize geospatial information, and will ensure the quality, accuracy, and currency of geospatial information produced in-house or in cooperation with suppliers for national, state, and local government, defense, and intelligence clients.
Work Location
This role is performed in-office at The Globe Building, 710 North Tucker Boulevard, Suite 304 St. Louis, MO 63101. Onsite work is required to support compliance needs, standardized tooling/configuration, and structured mentorship.
Work Schedule
Target: 29 hours per week (based on student availability).
Core hours required: 9:00am – 3:00pm CST, Monday – Thursday.
Additional hours may be scheduled around class/workload within reason and with manager approval.
Compensation
$18.00/hour starting rate.
Automatic increase to $19.00/hour after 60 calendar days, contingent upon meeting performance expectations (quality assurance accuracy, throughput against assigned task baselines, and reliability).
Benefits
No Benefits
Onboarding and Training
Week 1 is paid onboarding and training and is conducted in-office.
Training concludes with a skills assessment to evaluate ArcGIS Pro fundamentals and readiness for production tasks. Continued employment is contingent upon meeting minimum performance expectations during/after the assessment period.
Your Profile
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Science, or related field
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to recognize problems early and formulate resolutions
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365
Preferred Qualifications
- Foundational understanding of Esri ArcGIS Pro interface and core functionality
- Understanding of definition queries to filter data for analysis
- Ability to perform attribute manipulation in both the Attribute Table and Attribute Pane
- Knowledge of creating and editing vector features
- Understanding of the ArcGIS Pro Table of Contents
- Familiarity with selection methodologies (Select by Attribute, Select by Location)
- Ability to manipulate symbology
- Working knowledge of the ArcGIS Pro Navigate tab
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality
- Effective communication skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong understanding of spatial and topologic relationships
What You’ll Gain
- Exposure to enterprise GIS production workflows
- Experience working with real-world geospatial datasets and client deliverables
- Mentorship from experienced GIS professionals
- Insight into scalable geospatial data management and quality assurance practices
Workplace Standards & Compliance
Access and Citizenship
Due to the nature of this role and government contract requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens.
E-Verify
T-Kartor USA participates in E-Verify, the federal program that confirms employment eligibility to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Background Screening
Background investigations may include verification of employment history, education, professional credentials, criminal history, credit check, and other job-related information consistent with business necessity and applicable law. Any background check will be conducted only after written authorization is obtained from the candidate and in compliance with federal, Missouri, and local regulations.
Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and company policy, candidates may be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screening. Refusal to consent to testing or failure to meet screening requirements may result in withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Continued employment may be subject to additional testing were permitted by law and applicable to the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
T-Kartor USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender, identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by state, local, and federal laws.
Why Join T-Kartor
Since 1985, T-Kartor has combined cartography, GIS, and programming expertise to create and maintain geographic information, maps, and charts. We are currently developing our services and solutions for customers in major cities such as Paris, Geneva, London, and New York, as well as public sector organizations worldwide.
We are a growing and innovative company with a global footprint. We value creativity, teamwork, and openness. We offer a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment where you can grow professionally alongside inspiring colleagues.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Your Work Matters
The software you design supports public safety, infrastructure, and mission-critical operations.
Design is Foundational
We invest in design systems, usability, and thoughtful interaction design as core parts of product development.
Strong Collaboration
You will work closely with experienced engineers, product leaders, and domain experts who value design and usability.
Modern Tools & Flexible Work
We use modern tooling, including Figma, shared design systems, and collaborative workflows in a hybrid environment.
How to Apply
Click the button below to submit your CV and personal letter. Your CV should detail your work experience, education, and professional qualifications, while your personal letter should introduce yourself and highlight your skills and citizenship status.
Join us and shape the future—one project at a time!
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