About the Role
Company: Centro de Observación y Teledetección Espacial S.A.U. - COTESA
Internship Position: GIS and Municipal Asset Management
We are looking for a student with an interest in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), cartography, and fieldwork, who wants to learn by participating in municipal inventory, asset management, and transport consulting projects.
During the internship, you will collaborate with the technical team in collecting, organizing, and processing territorial data—combining office-based tasks with field visits—while receiving mentorship from department professionals.
What You’ll Be Involved In:
Supporting the creation of municipal and local entity asset inventories by gathering information on public assets and infrastructure.
Assisting in the Local Infrastructure and Facilities Survey (EIEL), including data collection, review, and updates.
Conducting fieldwork to identify and geolocate transportation infrastructure, facilities, and network elements.
Supporting the editing and updating of maps using ArcGIS and/or QGIS.
Organizing and reviewing geographic data: shapefiles, coordinates, and GPS records.
Applying GIS tools to cartography, asset management, and transport consulting projects.
Preparing and reviewing data tables in Excel.
What We’re Looking For:
Currently enrolled in a relevant program (e.g., Geography, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Surveying/Geodesy, Environmental Science, or related fields), with the ability to complete an internship via university agreement.
Basic knowledge of ArcGIS and/or QGIS.
Familiarity with shapefiles, GPS devices, coordinate systems, and map editing.
Proficiency in basic Excel functions.
What You’ll Learn:
Gain hands-on experience applying GIS tools to real-world projects.
Understand the full process of creating a municipal inventory—from field data collection to review and cartographic representation.
Learn how to manage georeferenced data and how it supports public asset management and infrastructure/transportation planning.
Why Join Us?
Practical Learning: Engage in real tasks that complement your academic training and deepen your understanding of the sector.
Mentorship: Work closely with the Project Manager, receiving guidance and regular feedback throughout your internship.
Collaborative Environment: Enjoy an open, supportive atmosphere where you can ask questions, share ideas, and take on increasing responsibilities as you progress.
Flexible Hours: Adjusted according to your internship schedule and academic requirements.