What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Internship - Global Research Institute (GIS) position at Gensler?
Our people-centered, "People First" culture and "One Firm-Firm" motto promotes integrated teams that unite to shape the future of cities. Gensler's vision is to "Create a Better World through the Power of Design," and we do that by our deep commitment to our clients and by fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that enables our people to create impactful solutions together.
Your Role
As a member of the Gensler Research Institute, the GIS Data Intern will work on the City Index team, which includes designers, architects, planners, economists and technologists, to generate new insights and knowledge that extends beyond a single building to communities, neighborhoods, and cities. You will be part of a major strategic initiative in shaping the future of cities.
What You Will Do
Provide research-related assistance and support to the City Index team
Compile economic, demographic, building/property, transit data from a variety of sources for cities outside the US (Europe, LATAM, etc) that would be comparable to metrics found for US cities
Analyze and visualize various GIS datasets (open and proprietary) for non-US cities
Create maps and automate projects utilizing ESRI products, displaying geospatial data, including demographic profiles, economic data, social media data, and survey response data
Support the Gensler Research Institute in the production of basic mapping content for research analyses, presentations, and publications
Your Qualifications
Undergraduate or graduate student with studies in economics, demography, geography, GIS, urban studies, urban planning, or related
Understanding of cities and awareness of major issues that impact cities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
High-level analytical and problem-solving skills and strategic-thinking capability
Passion for urban data, cities, and the issues facing cities
Motivated, proactive, and resourceful
1-2 years professional and/or academic experience managing and analyzing urban data
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Proficiency in ArcGISpreferred
High proficiency in Python and model builder to automate tasks preferred
Emphasis on Google Earth/Maps
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite Products- Fireworks, Photoshop preferred
Working knowledge of KML, HTML, SQL, R preferred
Duration and Rate:
40 hours/week on site in Gensler's New York city office
Summer 2025
$25-$27.50/hour
How to Apply
Submit an online application including a resume and portfolio in PDF form. If you choose to submit a link to an online portfolio, you must make sure it is not password protected and that it contains a resume, cover letter, and work samples. Submissions made in Microsoft Word and/or without work samples will not be considered.
This posting will remain open until early March 2025.
Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and available positions may be filled before the posting closes.
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Salary : $25 - $28
