Survey Technician Intern - Summer 2027

Civil & Environmental Consultants•Naperville, IL

About The Position

As a Survey Technician Intern at Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), in the Chicago, Illinois office, you will join a growing survey team providing professional survey services on a wide variety of projects. The internship offers hands-on experience in the survey profession. You will assist experienced survey field staff with topographic and boundary surveys, route surveys, stream surveys, and construction stakeouts; gain exposure to robotic total stations, GPS, unmanned aerial systems (drones), and LiDAR scanning; collect survey data and search for boundary evidence in varied terrain and outdoor conditions; perform physical tasks such as setting stakes and monuments, clearing brush, and hiking; and use surveying software to gather, retrieve, and interpret data and perform fundamental survey computations. CEC's internship program provides practical experience applying college coursework, opportunities to learn from industry experts and collaborate across functional groups and locations, professional networking through social events and interactive activities, mentorship in the intern's discipline, and workshops focused on interpersonal skills and preparation for a full-time career. CEC describes itself as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm, offering a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. The company highlights Employee Resource Groups, professional development, potential ownership of the firm, and a range of benefits. CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for CEC in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

Current enrollment in an associate's or bachelor's program in surveying, or a related field of study, is preferred.
Sufficient physical stamina to work outdoors under various field conditions.
A valid driver's license.
Must be legally authorized to work for CEC in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Prior internship and/or survey experience.
Current enrollment in an associate's or bachelor's program in surveying, or a related field of study.

Responsibilities

Assist experienced survey field staff with topographic and boundary surveys, route surveys, stream surveys, and construction stakeouts.
Collect survey data and search for boundary evidence in varied terrain and outdoor conditions.
Perform field tasks such as setting stakes and monuments, clearing brush, and hiking.
Use surveying software to gather, retrieve, and interpret data and perform fundamental survey computations.
Apply knowledge from college courses to practical work and collaborate with teams across functional groups and locations.
Work with a mentor to address real-world challenges and participate in workshops focused on interpersonal skills.