Land Surveying Internship (Summer 2026)
About The Position
The survey interns will gain vast experience supporting the Land Survey team in collecting and processing field data. Survey interns will be paired with a mentor who will train the intern on technical reports, layouts, and survey plans for diverse land development and solar projects. Assist with office tasks including but not limited to CAD drafting, data download, deed and map research, and filing. With training and guidance, you will learn to perform survey activities such as: leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, profile and cross section surveys, as well as physical tasks such as line clearing, pounding stakes, setting monuments, and locating critical underground objects. As a Survey intern at Atwell, you'll gain experience with various drawings specific to projects including; ALTA, Final Plats, Maps of Dedication, construction layout, and construction staking.
Requirements
- Currently a student in a Land Surveying / Geomatics program at a University or Technical School.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Basic understanding of plan interpretation.
- Proven ability to work well both within a team and independently when needed.
Nice To Haves
- Entry level experience with AutoCAD is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support the Land Survey team in collecting and processing field data.
- Be trained on technical reports, layouts, and survey plans for diverse land development and solar projects.
- Assist with office tasks including CAD drafting, data download, deed and map research, and filing.
- Learn to perform survey activities such as leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, profile and cross section surveys.
- Perform physical tasks such as line clearing, pounding stakes, setting monuments, and locating critical underground objects.
- Gain experience with various drawings specific to projects including ALTA, Final Plats, Maps of Dedication, construction layout, and construction staking.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
- Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
- Competitive Compensation packages
- Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
- 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment
- Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
- Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
- Employee Referrals
- Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
- Dependent Care Match
- Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
- Family Planning & IVF Benefits
- Pet Insurance
- Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
- Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
- Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
- Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
