Intern, GIS

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.

Starting Salary Range: $22.00 - $22.00

The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) has an opening for a

Geographical Information System "GIS" Intern

in our GIS Management Department, located in Lansing, MI.

Position Summary Job Type: Part-Time Intern Position

Dates: May 11, 2026 - August 07, 2026 Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour.

The GIS intern will help with the implementation of Geographic Information Systems applications, data clean-up, collection and digitization efforts in the Esri Arc Map/Arc Pro Platform. The intern will learn valuable hands-on experience in the day-to-day operations of a GIS Dept. within the utility sector while being mentored by a GIS Developer.

Essential Functions

- Our GIS Management dept. is expanding our capabilities, and the intern will assist in this data development and data integrity.

- The intern will work with GIS developers, administrator, field staff and GIS management techs.

- Utilizes standard office software (i.e., spreadsheet, word-processing, database), Esri Software and SAP.

- Required to follow BWL Safety Manual and wear personal protective equipment for all field work.

- Attends training and safety awareness and/or skills improvement as required by the BWL or government agency such as MIOSHA.

- Participation in the continuous improvement of the Asset Management System.

- Expected to comply with all BWL policies and work rules.

- Predictable and reliable attendance.

- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Specifications

- Must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution in an Geographic Information Systems program, engineering, science, biology, or a related field with junior or senior status during the summer of 2026.

- Minimum GPA of 3.0.

A cover letter is requested with your submission, please.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

- Employees are required to follow the BWL Safety Manual and wear required personal protective equipment, adhere to BWL safety rules and regulations, attend all training for safety awareness or skills improvement as required by supervisor, BWL, or governmental agency such as MIOSHA. Normal office and occasional field work.

- Field conditions may include heat, cold, dust, and/or noise.

- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

- The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen and small numbers.

- Must successfully complete a background check, a substance screening and a physical (if applicable).

Why Should You Apply?

- Skills development, and opportunity for professional growth

- Tours to BWL facilities

- Volunteering opportunities

- Networking opportunities

- Satisfaction of delivering high-quality, essential services to the people of greater Lansing

About BWL

The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities.

The Location:

Lansing lies at the heart of the Great Lakes State and offers all the beauty and splendor of the four seasons. A haven for swimming, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, golf, and hunting, mid-Michigan is also just a couple hours from premier skiing and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakeshores in the world on our Lake Michigan Coast. Lansing itself is only minutes and miles away from two of the nation’s premier universities, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, and boasts miles of walking, running, biking trails, Potter Park Zoo, professional sports, the arts, and fine dining.

THE BOARD OF WATER & LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER