Gain valuable work experience, apply your classroom knowledge to real-world situations, build your professional network and earn college credit (and maybe even a paycheck). That’s the value of an internship. The School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning encourages students to seek out and participate in internships.
Finding an internship requires preparation and commitment, so if you'd like to do an internship, plan to begin your search about two to four months before you hope to be an intern. Many students arrange internships independently by contacting organizations where they have an interest in interning. You can also get started by reviewing the list of current geography, GIS, and urban planning internships below. Also read more about finding an internship and earning credit for an internship.
If you’re not ready for an internship but you would like to gain experience and build up your resume, then consider utilizing volunteering as work experience.
Do you want to earn academic credit for an internship? Read the Internship Credit Application page for more information. Experiential learning opportunities that are shared on this website and/or in SGSUP affiliated newsletters are not automatically approved for enrollment into the SGSUP internship course due to the internship course has its own enrollment requirements and deadlines.
Are you looking for employment opportunities? Check out the SGSUP Employment Opportunities for weekly updates of full-time, part-time, seasonal, and/or temporary employment opportunities!
Out-of-State Students: Many of the opportunities posted on this page are related to Arizona. However, out-of-state students are encouraged to utilize this page as a guide for searching relatable titles and companies in their local area. Create your ASU Handshake profile to find opportunities near you!
International Students: We highly recommend integrating ASU Handshake into your internship search strategy. Internship listings will indicate if employers are open to hiring students with OPT/CPT. You can also filter Handshake listings by work authorization requirements. Additionally, we encourage you to visit ASU Career Services' International Students career page and schedule an 'OPT Support', 'CPT Support' or 'Other International Student Employment' career services appointment using this link.
| Application Link | Employer | Job Location | Apply Date | Position Type | Additional Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIS Technician Intern | North Wind Resource Consulting | Tempe, AZ | Internship (Paid) | Must have a BA or BS in a field that utilizes GIS which may include Environmental, Cultural, Natural Resources, or Geological programs and working towards a master’s degree in an accredited program. Must have taken at least an introduction to GIS course. | ||
| SkillBridge Program Intern | North Wind Resource Consulting | Multiple Locations | Internship (Paid) | Paid internship opportunities provided by the DoD. Open to interested service members through North Wind’s Careers portal. | ||
| Public Policy Fellow | Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute | Washington, DC | Internship (Paid) | This nine-month, paid fellowship for recent graduates places fellows in Congressional offices, federal agencies, or national nonprofits to work on policy initiatives. The program offers leadership workshops, mentorship, and valuable networking. | ||
| Congressional Intern (Summer 2025) | Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute | Washington, DC | Internship (Paid) | This 12-week paid internship for undergraduate students provides direct experience working in Congressional offices. Housing, transportation, and a stipend are fully covered.. | ||
| DOD SkillBridge Intern - GIS | Matrix | Multiple Locations | Internship | |||
| Transportation Engineering/Planning Intern (Summer 2025) | Kittelson & Associates | Phoenix, AZ | Internship (Paid) | |||
| RAND Summer Associate (Summer 2025) | RAND | Multiple Locations | Internship (Paid) | The program is designed for full-time students who have completed at least two years of graduate work leading to a doctorate (e.g., PhD, EDD, DRPH, SciD, etc.) or professional degree (e.g., law or medical degree, professional engineer certificate). | ||
| Information Technology GIS Intern | Maricopa Association of Governments | Phoenix, AZ | Internship (Paid) | |||
| Clean Transportation Intern (Summer 2025) | TRC | Multiple Locations | Internship (Paid) | TRC is seeking motivated, diverse Clean Transportation Interns for Summer 2025. This paid full-time internship runs from June to August (flexible) with potential for a full-time role after graduation. | ||
| GIS Engineer Intern (Summer 2025) | Esri | Redlands, CA | Internship (Paid) | Students selected for phone interviews will be notified by email on a rolling basis October 2024–January 31, 2025. The internship is 12 weeks beginning in late May or June. |
For more internship opportunities with ASU affiliates and national programs, check out our Finding an Internship page.