GIS Analyst Intern - Remote

Overview

As a GIS Analyst intern at Ballotpedia, you will research and format shapefiles for political boundaries, contributing to the functionality of the sample ballot lookup app and other projects.

In Short

• Internship runs from June 2, 2025, to August 1, 2025.
• Work remotely with a flexible schedule of 10-20 hours per week.
• Learn to code the Ballotpedia website and understand bias prevention.
• Research legal voting requirements and source maps.
• Format and test shapefiles for database requirements.
• Opportunity to attend meetings and webinars.
• Compensation at $16.00 per hour.
• Facilitation of internship credit available.
• Weekly one-on-one meetings with Tech Team members.
• Desirable experience includes GIS tools and some coding knowledge.

Requirements

• Experience with GIS, shapefiles, and georeferencing.
• Research and data entry skills.
• Some coding knowledge in Python or SQL is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with Google Applications is helpful.

Benefits

• Gain valuable experience in GIS and database management.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to civic engagement.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate your schedule.
• Potential for internship credit.