Land Surveying Intern

SSR Career • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

As a Land Surveying Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced survey professionals on a variety of projects, gaining hands-on experience in both the field and office while learning the fundamentals of land surveying. You will assist survey crews with field data collection and equipment, support surveying activities, and learn how field data is processed into survey deliverables, maps, and drawings. You will also attend meetings, training sessions, and site visits to build technical knowledge and professional skills.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry surveying equipment weighing approximately 40–50 pounds and walk over uneven terrain for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, and willingness to learn.
• Positive attitude, teamwork, and effective communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in pursuing a career in professional land surveying.
• Basic knowledge of surveying principles, mathematics, and measurements through coursework.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or surveying software.

Responsibilities

• Assist survey crews with field data collection for boundary, topographic, construction, and utility surveys under the supervision of experienced surveyors.
• Help set up, operate, and maintain GPS units, total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Assist with measuring distances, elevations, and locations while learning proper surveying procedures and safety practices.
• Support survey crews by carrying equipment, setting stakes or monuments, clearing light vegetation when needed, and helping maintain an organized job site.
• Observe and participate in construction staking, boundary surveys, and other field surveying activities.
• Learn how field data is processed and used to prepare survey deliverables, maps, and drawings.
• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and site visits to build technical knowledge and professional skills.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members, ask questions, and seek opportunities to expand understanding of the surveying profession.

Benefits

• Paid overtime.
• Housing allowance for interns who do not reside near any of the office locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed