City of Minneapolis Public Works

We build, operate and maintain the public infrastructure and provide services to the public in Minneapolis. 

City of Plymouth Public Works

Plymouth is a metro city just 12 miles northwest of Minneapolis. We are the 4th largest economy in Minnesota. Our Public Works Department manages the city roads, water, stormwater and sanitary sewer infrastructure. 

Connexus Energy

Based in Ramsey, Minnesota, Connexus Energy provides electricity and related products to member residents and businesses. Our board of directors, elected by our membership, governs the electric cooperative. Connexus is Minnesota’s largest consumer-owned electric cooperative, serving more than 147,000 members in portions of Anoka, Chisago, Hennepin, Isanti, Mille Lacs, Ramsey, Sherburne and Washington counties. 

Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI) 

HEI is a full-service civil engineering, surveying, environmental and technology solutions consulting firm with multiple locations throughout Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota. Having been in business since 1968, we have provided outstanding client service and effectively managed our business strategy resulting in sustained growth.  Our commitment continues to be meeting our client needs and providing a casual and productive atmosphere for our employees. 

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is the regional policy-making body, planning agency, and provider of essential services in the seven-county Twin Cities metro area. Our mission is to foster efficient and economic growth for a prosperous region. The Met Council provides essential services and infrastructure — Metro Transit's bus and rail system, Metro Mobility, Transit Link, wastewater treatment services, regional parks, planning, affordable housing, and more — that support communities and businesses and ensure a high quality of life for residents. 

Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)

We are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota’s nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good.  You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota.

Minnesota GIS/LIS Consortium

Our mission is to develop and support the GIS/LIS community in Minnesota for the benefit of our people and contributors. We achieve our mission through a variety of programs and activities provided throughout the year. 

Master of Geographic Information Science Program (MGIS)

The master of geographic information science (MGIS) program is a unique professional masters degree with an international reputation for excellence. Our program is affiliated with the University’s Department of Geography, Environment & Society but also maintains strong relationships with other academic units such as forest resources, computer science and public affairs. The MGIS program provides a comprehensive GIS degree that balances theoretical, technical, applied and societal dimensions of GIS. Our program prides itself on providing a top-quality program accessible to a wide and diverse range of student interests and profiles. 

Polar Geospatial Center, University of Minnesota

The Polar Geospatial Center (PGC) at the University of Minnesota is a science support organization funded by the National Science Foundation's Office of Polar Programs. PGC advances polar science through cutting-edge geospatial data and support, aiding scientists, logistics teams, and agencies. Its mission is to enable safe, efficient, and impactful research while deepening understanding of Earth’s polar environments.

U-Spatial

The Driving Force of U of M's Spatial Community