Geographic Information System Internship

The City of Sterling Heights is seeking innovative and driven individuals for our 2026 College Internship program!

The Program

Our College internship program is designed to provide a challenging and supportive internship experience that has a direct impact on the Sterling Heights community. Interns receive on-the-job training and day-to-day responsibilities that not only contribute to the mission and goals of the team they're working with, but also provide a meaningful experience that can be taken into a career after graduation. Learn more about how a local municipality operates, and apply knowledge from your coursework in a real-world setting!

Interested in learning more about the Office of Information Technology? Click HERE to learn more!

Available Summer Internships include:

• City Clerk
• City Management
• Community Relations - Marketing
• Department of Public Works
• Information Technology - Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Parks & Recreation
• Planning
• Police Department - Police Officer
• Police Department - Administrative

As you complete your application, you'll have the opportunity to indicate the specific internship opportunity that interests you. Our upcoming internship program will launch in May of 2026, and interns are expected to commit to an internship lasting 3 months to a year and beyond. Weekly hours of work will vary by department & internship opportunity, ranging from 15-30 hours per week. The hourly rate of pay is $18.00.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in a related field at an accredited College/University; graduate students and undergraduate students in their junior or senior year preferred
• Coursework relevant to desired internship field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Check out our recruitment brochure for additional information on the City and the internship program:

College Internship Recruitment Brochure

EOE/M/F/D