Geospatial Intern - Summer 2027

Scout's GIS intern will contribute to the GIS team's goal of fostering successful renewable project development by leveraging data throughout the project lifecycle. You will utilize your analytical skills to enhance the processes of the GIS team and directly support the development of utility scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects. As an intern, you will work on a summer project in addition to contributing to the core functions of the GIS team. This project will be agreed upon at the beginning of the internship according to business needs and your interests and expertise as the intern. Previous intern projects have included automating workflows, integrating other systems with GIS, and expanding the capabilities of the GIS team. The core functions of the GIS group include both web and static map creation, project site assessment, systems integration, and data management. 

• Working towards or recently completed a bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science, Computer Science, Information Science or similar field 

• Detail oriented and a desire to deliver high quality results 

• Interest in the renewable energy industry 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills 

• Ability to multi-task and arbitrate between conflicting priorities with clear target setting and follow-through capability in a fast-paced work environment. 

• Be self-motivated and able to work independently. 

• Be able to come up with creative solutions to problems. 

• Ability to collaborate across a variety of teams at the company. 

• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. 

This position will begin in May/June 2027. The internship will be a full-time (40 hr/week) commitment for the duration of the 12-week internship program. Our ideal candidate will be able to work out of our Boulder office during the duration of the internship program per the program requirements. 

• This role is expected to close by November 26, 2026. 

• Integrity. Ethical professional who does the right thing even when it is difficult. 

• Initiative. Resourceful self-motivator with exceptional leadership and organizational skills. 

• Intelligence. Perpetual learner with the ability to solve problems and make informed decisions quickly. 

• Work Ethic. Productive team member who desires to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment to meet deadlines and get things done. 

• Team Focus. Purpose-driven colleague with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to working across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals. 

We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.  

Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.