United States onlyCompany Description
Urban GIS, Inc. is a consulting firm specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) solutions. This Chicago-based organization combines unsurpassed expertise with a personable yet professional approach. The primary focus of the firm is the planning, design, and implementation of enterprise information systems. GIS represents a technological breakthrough in organizing and displaying spatial information that promotes better decision-making.
Job Description:
The Digital Road Infrastructure Analyst supports large‑scale transportation projects by conducting virtual pavement condition surveys using a specialized online platform.
Skip the commute and help us map the future of our transit network. We're looking for detail-oriented college students to perform high-volume Road Pavement Surveys using our specialized online platform. You'll be responsible for analyzing and logging the condition of 1,900 miles of main roads and 500 miles of ramps—all from your laptop.
The Timeline (approximate)
Duration: 9 Weeks (June 1 – July 31)
Hours: Flexible tracks available:
Full-Time: ~40 hours/week
Part-Time: ~25 hours/week
Responsibilities:
What You'll Do
Virtual Surveys: Review high-resolution imagery to identify and categorize pavement distress, potholes, and wear patterns.
Digital Mapping: Accurately log data for 2,400 total miles of infrastructure into our central database.
Daily Production Reporting: Provide regular updates on mileage cleared and data points collected to ensure we hit our July 31 target.
Quality Control: Ensure every entry meets our strict standards for accuracy and detail.
Job Requirements:
Who You Are
Tech-Savvy: You're comfortable navigating complex web-based tools and managing large datasets.
Detail-Obsessed: You have a "hawkeye" for spotting small defects in digital imagery.
Highly Disciplined: You can manage your own schedule and hit production goals without a boss looking over your shoulder.
Equipped: You have a reliable laptop and high-speed internet connection.
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Why This Role?
This is a resume-building opportunity for students in Civil Engineering, Data Science, Urban Planning, or GIS. You'll gain experience in infrastructure management and large-scale data analysis while enjoying the flexibility of a 100% remote role.
CA and US only