GIS Summer Intern

Mustang Special Utility District (“Mustang”) is a local governmental entity providing water and water reclamation utility service in Denton, Collin, and Grayson Counties of North Texas. We are the largest Special Utility District in Texas and in one of the fastest-growing areas of the country. Comprising over 38,000 connections over 220 sq. miles. Our motto is Second to None! Providing Life’s Most Precious Resource. We’re looking for a key person to join our team as a GIS Summer Intern.This is a temporary part-time internship which is not expected to exceed 32-hours of work per week and is for a period not to exceed 120 days.

The following consists of a general description of the expectations of this position and is not intended to be all-inclusive, but rather, to highlight and describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. This document should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other reasonably related job duties and responsibilities requested by their supervisor. Mustang reserves the right to revise or change the job duties and responsibilities, and this Job Description may be updated accordingly. This position is at-will, and this Job Description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The GIS Intern is a vital member of our Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team, specializing in field data collection, digitization, and mapping projects. This role is essential for capturing accurate geographic data using GPS technology, which is critical for our planning and operational processes. The GIS Intern is responsible for digitizing construction plans and easements, ensuring these assets are accurately represented in our GIS databases. By maintaining and updating spatial information, the GIS Intern supports the integrity and enhancement of our data systems, directly impacting the efficiency and effectiveness of our projects. This position plays a key role in supporting our commitment to precision and reliability in spatial data management.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

The following “Essential Functions” are the primary job duties that incumbent must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation by the employer.

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Position Specifications:

This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is subject to the organization’s policies and procedures pertaining to overtime hours.

Education:

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High School Diploma

Preferred:

Experience:

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Training/Professional Development Requirements:

Visual Acuity, Hearing, Speaking, Manual Dexterity:

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Conditions Of Employment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Mustang SUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to any characteristics protected by law. These general guidelines do not constitute an exhaustive list of qualifications or essential functions of the position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), citizenship, veteran’s status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.