Geospatial AI Data Engineer Co-op Fall 2026

%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EPosition Summary%3C/strong%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoBodyText%22 style=%22margin-top:.55pt;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3EWe are seeking a highly motivated Geospatial AI Engineering Intern with a passion for GIS and artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and spatial data-driven development. You will work alongside our MassDOT’s Planning division’s GIS Data Engineering team to both develop and improve GIS data and build AI/ML applications and data pipelines using AWS services.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3EThis is an excellent opportunity to gain cross-functional real-world experience in the intersection of GIS and ML/AI.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDuties and Responsibilities%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3E%3Cbr%3EGIS Data Engineering Responsibilities%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3EAssist in the design, maintenance, update, and transformation of GIS Data on enterprise databases.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3EAssist in the publishing of enterprise GIS web services.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3EParticipate in GIS team reviews, sprint planning, and daily stand-up meetings with cross-functional teams.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3EPerform GIS related technical support for agency staff.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3EResearch emerging GEOAI technology and document how it might be useful to the agency.%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:115%;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;%22%3EAI %26amp; Machine Learning Responsibilities%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EDevelop and fine-tune computer vision models and other AI technology using models like YOLO, or RT-DETR for object detection and/or SAM2 or Mask2Former for image segmentation.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssist in the design and deployment of AI/ML-powered applications and intelligent automation workflows.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipate in code reviews, sprint planning, and daily stand-up meetings with cross-functional teams.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EResearch emerging AI/ML techniques and support experimentation and documentation of findings.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred Qualifications%3C/strong%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EFamiliarity with ESRI suite software (ArcGIS, Enterprise, Experience Builder).%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EStrong intellectual curiosity and capacity for professional growth.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerform with a strong sense of urgency.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAttention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EHigh level of professionalism and focus on quality.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFamiliarity with Python, SQL etc.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EUnderstanding of AWS cloud technologies.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAbility to communicate effectively and build consensus with diverse project stakeholders.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExposure to Agile development practices is a plus.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProficient with Microsoft Office with strong Word and Excel skills.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExcellent written, verbal, and analytical skills.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout MassDOT%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThe 4,000+ employees of%26nbsp;%3Ca href=%22https://massanf.taleo.net/enterprise/mass.gov/massdot-careers%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22%3EMassachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)%3C/a%3E takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at%26nbsp;%3Ca href=%22https://www.mass.gov/massdot-careers%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22%3Emass.gov/massdot-careers%3C/a%3E.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;%22%3EMassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail %26amp; Transit. Headquarters (Planning %26amp; Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%27Calibri%27,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E
%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EMinimum Entrance Requirements%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EThis requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3ECurrent MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EAll job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EPlease provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EFor questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFor general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFor a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EAn Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. %26nbsp;Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EThe Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. %26nbsp;Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don%27t meet 100% of the job requirements. %26nbsp;We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%27Calibri%27,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%27Times New Roman%27;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E