Survey Intern

LaBella Associates•Scranton, PA

1d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Winter Survey Intern to join LaBella’s Survey Team in Rochester, NY. You will work alongside experienced survey staff and under the direction of Licensed Professional Surveyors on field and office assignments supporting boundary and topographic surveys, construction staking, and other projects. This internship offers practical experience with survey equipment, field data, and mapping during the winter season.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or related program, or have equivalent relevant coursework.
Interest in land surveying and willingness to learn field and office workflows; prior survey experience is helpful but not required.
Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to work well on a team.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Prior survey experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist survey crew chief in the completion of survey field assignments.
Assist the survey crew chief with field assignments, including measurements, notes, sketches, and site documentation.
Follow LaBella’s safety procedures and work safely in winter field conditions.
Learn to use survey equipment such as GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, levels, scanners, and data collectors, as project needs allow.
Assist with field setup, locating features, and carrying equipment across varied terrain.
Help process survey data and prepare maps or other work products using Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or other software under staff supervision.