PH - GIS Intern

Department: Energy Analysis Group

Job Location: Manila, Philippines

Reporting to: GIS Specialist

Company Overview:

A world free of fossil fuels. If you share our vision, then join us on our mission.

This is your opportunity to make a real difference in averting the climate crisis, in an organization that is at the forefront of the global transition to renewable energy.

Mainstream Renewable Power is a recognized global leader in renewable energy; and the pride we all get from developing, constructing, and operating our projects is one reason why we are officially recognized as a Great Place to Work.

Now we are looking for people who can power our progress to a new level. If you want to make a real difference in the world, working with our extraordinary team across six continents, check out our newly created role.

Summary of Role:

The Geographic Information System (GIS) Intern will be involved to various functions such as green fielding, acquisition, current projects, and research and development in the Asia Pacific. The internship program will run for 6 months with opportunities to develop technical skills on GIS applications in the renewable energy industry. Daily activities include research, data collection, update and analysis, cartography, and database management.

What you will do:

• Assist in research, collection, digitization, compilation, and quality control of datasets for our current projects and green fielding activities in the Asia Pacific region.
• Assist in lot computation and digitalization of titles and survey plans.
• Assist in creating, updating, and managing the geospatial database.
• Assist in the analysis and interpretation of remotely sensed imageries.
• Update and support ESRI mobile GIS applications.
• Assist in populating and maintaining ArcGIS Online web mapping application.
• Assist in the automation and development of new tools using ModelBuilder and/or Python, if necessary.
• Create high quality cartographic maps.
• Assist in report writing and presentations.
• Participate in meetings with internal/external parties, if required.
• Participate in site visits and reconnaissance, if necessary.
• Assist requirements in survey preparation and post processing of survey works, if necessary.
• Learn new skills as needed to complete tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we require?

• In pursuit of bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geodetic Engineering, GIS or related technical discipline from an accredited university or college.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to express ideas effectively and fluently.
• Proficiency with GIS applications and other software (ESRI Suite including ArcGIS Online, QGIS, Global Mapper, AutoCAD etc.).
• Ability to use the Microsoft Enterprise (Word, Excel, Outlook, Sharepoint is essential).
• Basic working knowledge in programming using Python and JavaScript (as a plus).
• Basic working knowledge on drones and aerial surveys (as a plus)
• Good understanding of photogrammetry, surveying, geodesy and remote sensing concepts.
• Passionate about sustainability and clean energy.
• Ability to work a flexible day to suit time zones where we operate.
• Comfortable working autonomously and as part of a team. Demonstrates a high level of self-motivation.

Why you really should click that button 👇

We offer you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial organization, in a growing market in a fast-paced industry.

Apply for this job now and see how we can energize your career!