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Our people-centered, “People First” culture and “One Firm-Firm” motto promotes integrated teams that unite to shape the future of cities. Gensler’s vision is to “Create a Better World through the Power of Design,” and we do that by our deep commitment to our clients and by fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that enables our people to create impactful solutions together.
Your Role
As a member of the Gensler Research Institute, the GIS Intern will work on the City Index team, which includes designers, architects, planners, economists and technologists, to generate new insights and knowledge that extends beyond a single building to communities, neighborhoods, and cities. You will be part of a major strategic initiative in shaping the future of cities.
What You Will Do
Provide GIS and research-related assistance and support to the City Index team
Analyze and visualize various GIS datasets (open and proprietary) for US cities
Create maps and automate projects utilizing ESRI products, displaying geospatial data, including demographic profiles, economic data, social media data, and survey response data
Compile economic, demographic, building/property, transit data from a variety of sources
Support the Gensler Research Institute in the production of basic mapping content for research analyses, presentations, and publications
Your Qualifications
Undergraduate or graduate student with studies in geography, GIS, urban studies, urban planning, or related
Understanding of cities and awareness of major issues that impact cities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
High-level analytical and problem-solving skills and strategic-thinking capability
Passion for urban data, cities, and the issues facing cities
Motivated, proactive, and resourceful
1-2 years professional and/or academic experience managing and analyzing GIS data
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Must have high proficiency in ArcGIS
High proficiency in Python and model builder to automate tasks preferred
Emphasis on Google Earth/Maps
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite Products- Fireworks, Photoshop preferred
Working knowledge of KML, HTML, SQL, R preferred
Program Details
Duration: 10–12 weeks (Summer 2026)
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Location: New York City - In-person; this is not a remote position.
This is a paid internship. A competitive hourly stipend will be provided between $23-25/hour