Geomatics Internship - May 2027

McElhanney Ltd.; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe & Inclusive Workplace

M‑POWER Scholarship

Student Education Support (SES)

Shape Your Experience

Mentorship

Relocation Support

Job summary

McElhanney Ltd. invites students to join our Edmonton Geomatics branch for an internship starting May 2027.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams across field roles in construction geomatics, regulatory, and facilities projects, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to project delivery. You will learn to use GNSS receivers, total stations, and levels, while maintaining equipment and supporting field operations across Edmonton and nearby sites.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Diploma or Degree program in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Technology, Surveying, GIS, Geospatial, Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Ability to work in outdoor settings including wilderness/backcountry environments for extended periods with varied hours.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work out of town.
• Able to work on busy sites with varied terrain and lift heavy equipment.
• Previous work experience in outdoor environments is an asset.
• Excellent attention to detail, good judgement, and clear communication skills.
• Interest in advanced reality capture, GIS, geospatial, or survey technologies is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Learn about and assist in the use of GNSS receivers for RTK, RTN and static measurements as well as total stations, and levels.
• Maintain, clean, monitor, and report on the condition of equipment and vehicles.
• Work in field environments across Edmonton and surrounding project sites, gaining exposure to construction, geomatics, regulatory, and facilities projects.
• Be exposed to emerging technologies, including drones, 3D laser scanning, reality capture tools, and other advanced geomatics equipment.
• Participate in McElhanney’s safety practices to meet client needs, ensuring safe work.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Willingness to travel

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Education

Geomatics related Diploma or Degree

Tools

Drones

3D laser scanning

Reality capture tools

Job description

The Opportunity

Join McElhanney for an internship in Edmonton starting from May 2027, where you’ll discover the direction you want to take your career by gaining hands‑on experience in the field. We connect you with industry‑leading mentors and a cohort of top‑tier students across Canada. You’ll support field roles across construction geomatics, regulatory, and facilities projects with our Edmonton Geomatics branch. Our interns work with multidisciplinary teams to apply what they’ve learned in school and assist with project delivery in Surveying and Geomatics.

What You’ll Do

• Learn about and assist in the use of GNSS receivers for RTK, RTN and static measurements as well as total stations, and levels.


• Maintain, clean, monitor, and report on the condition of equipment and vehicles.


• Work in both field environments across Edmonton and surrounding project sites, gaining exposure to construction, geomatics, regulatory, and facilities projects.


• Be exposed to emerging technologies, including drones, 3D laser scanning, reality capture tools, and other advanced geomatics equipment.


• Participate in McElhanney’s industry‑leading safety practices to meet and exceed client needs, ensuring that our teams \"Think Safe, Work Safe, and Get Home Safe\".

Practice Area’s You’ll Focus On

• Geomatics & Geospatial: Gain exposure to surveying and geospatial work across multiple market sectors, supporting field and office activities for infrastructure, development, and Energy & Resources related projects.


• Geomatics Technology & Reality Capture: Be introduced to advanced technologies such as drones, 3D laser scanning, reality capture tools, and other modern survey equipment.

What You’ll Bring

• Enrolled in a Diploma or Degree program in Geomatics Engineering, Geomatics Technology, Surveying, GIS, Geospatial, Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.


• Ability to work in a variety of outdoor settings including wilderness/backcountry environments for extended periods with varied hours.


• A willingness and ability to travel and work out of town.


• Able to work on busy sites with varied terrain and ability to lift heavy equipment.


• Previous work experience working in outdoors environments is an asset.


• Excellent attention to detail, good judgement, and clear communication skills.


• Modern technical aptitude and an interest in advanced reality capture, GIS, geospatial, or survey technologies is an asset.


• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

What Can We Offer You?

The wage range for this position is $22 - $28 per hour. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.


• M‑POWER Scholarship Program: eligible students can access scholarships of up to $5,000, one‑on‑one mentorship with industry professionals, and consideration for internship placements to help launch their career. Learn more about our scholarships at: mcelhanney.com/scholarships


• Student Education Support (SES): High‑performing interns may receive financial assistance toward tuition, fees, and supplies to support their ongoing education.


• Shape Your Experience: access to employee‑led internal committees like EDI, Women at McElhanney, and the Young Professionals Program, where you can build networks, share perspectives, and contribute to positive change.


• Mentorship: Access to industry‑leading mentors from a multidisciplinary team.


• Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable.

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.