Program Intern, GIS
Pilot Flying J
Knoxville, TNFresher3h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Business analysis
- Nice to have
- PythonSQLData analysis
- Work
- On-site in Knoxville · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Business analysis15%Data analysis9%SQL3%Python1%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 29, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Pilot Company is seeking a GIS Intern to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee, for the summer of 2027. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in geospatial analysis, making a significant impact by helping our team better understand market dynamics, competitive influences, and site selection opportunities while being mentored by our experienced staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Support GIS analysis and mapping initiatives: Analyze geographic data and develop maps to support business planning and network strategy.
- Build and maintain geofences: Create and manage geofenced locations across retail and competitive sites.
- Analyze location-based data: Work with geospatial and operational datasets to identify market trends, assess competitive impacts, and uncover business opportunities.
- Support network planning efforts: Contribute to site selection evaluations, network remodel projects, and market analysis initiatives.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Technical Skills:
- Experience with Esri ArcGIS Pro is essential.
- Familiarity with Python, SQL, and data analysis tools is highly preferred.
- Soft Skills:
- A self-starter mindset.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts and analytical findings to non-technical audiences.
Qualifications
- Education: Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Geography, Geology, Environmental Informatics, Business Analytics, GIS, or a related field. Coursework or a minor in GIS is a plus.
- Qualities:
- High level of interest in geographic information systems, spatial analysis, and location strategy.
- Desire to learn and contribute to a collaborative environment.
This is a full-time, in-person internship running from June 7 – August 13, 2027.