Launch Your Career in Geospatial Technology
Gain hands-on experience building real-world mapping solutions, processing satellite data, and engineering scalable GIS infrastructure alongside industry experts.
"Our interns don't just shadowβthey ship production code, publish research, and present at conferences."
An Internship Built for Impact
We invest in early-career talent by providing structured learning, real responsibilities, and a clear path to full-time employment.
Real-World Projects
Contribute to live geospatial platforms, optimize rendering pipelines, and build tools used by thousands of organizations daily.
Dedicated Mentorship
Paired with a senior engineer or scientist for weekly 1:1s, code reviews, career guidance, and skill development planning.
Learning Stipend & Training
Access to premium GIS courses, conference tickets, certification exams, and an annual learning budget of up to $1,500.
Global Collaboration
Work across time zones with remote teams in North America, Europe, and APAC. Flexible schedules and async-first culture.
Clear Conversion Path
Top performers receive full-time offers. 78% of our interns transition to permanent roles within 12 months of graduation.
Inclusive Community
Active ERGs, quarterly hackathons, social events, and a zero-tolerance policy for bias in hiring and evaluation.
Internship Tracks
Find the role that matches your academic background and career goals. All tracks include mentorship, stipend, and flexible work arrangements.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. No prior professional GIS experience required.
Academic Status
Currently enrolled in an undergrad/grad program OR graduated within the last 12 months.
Relevant Coursework
GIS, Computer Science, Data Science, Geography, Environmental Science, or related fields.
Technical Foundation
Proficiency in at least one programming language + familiarity with databases or spatial concepts.
Portfolio/GitHub
Personal projects, academic work, or open-source contributions demonstrating your skills.
Commitment & Availability
Interns are expected to commit 20-30 hours per week. We accommodate class schedules and exam periods.
Visa sponsorship (OPT/CPT) available for international students eligible to work in the US or Canada.
Application Process
Transparent, respectful of your time, and designed to assess practical skills over theoretical knowledge.
Submit Application
Upload your resume, cover letter, and links to GitHub/portfolio. Mention your preferred track and availability.
~10 minutesTechnical Take-Home
Complete a practical, open-book challenge (4-6 hours) focused on spatial data processing or API design. No algorithms, just real-world tasks.
4-6 hours over 2 daysVirtual Interview
45-minute session with a hiring manager and a senior engineer. We discuss your project, problem-solving approach, and career goals.
45 minutesOffer & Onboarding
Receive your offer letter, complete paperwork, get set up with hardware/software, and join your mentor for kickoff.
1-2 weeksFrom Intern to Colleague
Hear from former interns who are now shipping features, leading projects, and building their careers at GeoServer.
"The GIS Engineer track gave me confidence to work with production PostGIS databases and optimize query performance. I was hired full-time before I even graduated."
"Working on satellite imagery classification taught me more than any lab. My mentor pushed me to read research papers and implement them in production."
"I came in knowing basic HTML/CSS. Six months later, I'd built a custom map renderer component used by three enterprise clients. Incredible growth."
FAQ
Everything you need to know before applying.
Start Your Geospatial Journey
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Join a team that's mapping the future, one layer at a time.
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