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Intern, Purchasing
Company:
Metropolitan Utilities District
Industry:
Non-profit
Job title:
Intern, Purchasing
Job level:
Entry
Job description:
Position Summary
Under direct supervision, provides daily project support to Infrastructure Integrity, which includes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data entry, scanning, filing of documents, and other special projects as assigned. Accuracy and attention to detail are critical skills and must be a part of daily activities.
Education
• Required – Completed a minimum of one (1) year of college level coursework, preferably in engineering, information technology, geography or a closely related or technical field of study. Must be currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate program or if a recent graduate, must be pursuing post graduate hours.
Minimum Requirements
• Preferred – Previous experience with ESRI GIS software
• Preferred – Experience with Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software
Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing
• Required – Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Excellent personal computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Aptitude and willingness to work with new software.
• Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.
• Exceptional organizational skills including ability to prioritize work, handle multiple tasks, and adapt quickly to changing work demands and interruptions.
• Must exhibit good analytical ability.
• Ability to work independently on a consistent basis is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to assist internal and external customers, co-workers, and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
Essential Functions
• Analyze water and gas documents and populate key fields in GIS from the information provided.
• Process various records and drawings into GIS as needed.
• Assist with transfer of documents to permanent electronic storage.
• Assist with miscellaneous special projects as needed.
Required for All Jobs
• Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
• Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures
Physical and Environmental Requirements
• Office: Work is primarily performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, office lighting and noise.
*Please see job posting on our Careers page for a full list of physical demands
*Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position
An Equal Opportunity Employer “Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation”
Positions available:
1
Posted on:
December 1, 2025