GIS Developer Intern

POSITION PURPOSE:

This is a temporary position that will be reporting to the Director, GIS. This individual will leverage geospatial analysis techniques to support Key Capture Energy in identifying and analyzing sites for grid-scale energy storage opportunities. This internship is a rare opportunity to gain career-making GIS and software development experience as well as advanced exposure to the Energy Sector.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Script Development: Harness the power of Python to automate workflows for site selection, map production, landowner engagement, interconnection queue data mapping, rate assessments, and beyond.
• Support Lead GIS Analyst in ArcGIS online web development, Site Diligence and Desktop Analysis, Permitting, Project Layout Exhibits and Land Options
• GIS Data Analysis: Dive into wide-ranging geospatial datasets encompassing land use, land ownership, environmental factors, and electrical transmission systems.
• Machine Learning: prepare, train, and run models within ArcGIS Pro related to advanced Satellite Imagery Analysis and site selection.
• Engage in cross-team collaboration to support Key Capture Energy’s development and commercial pipeline.
• Assist team and project leads as directed.
• Interact effectively in-person, by electronic communication and by telephone.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.
• Perform other duties as required.

WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS:

• Required proficiency in Python and any GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, GeoPandas, Leaflet).
• At least one year of software development experience in a professional or academic setting.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver time-pressured projects punctually and with high quality.
• Passionate about the renewable energy space and confident in their work product.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must have the ability to identify and distinguish colors.