Geospatial Summer Student Technician

GeoVerra; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geospatial company in Canada is seeking a student to gain hands-on experience in remote sensing technology. You will manage and deliver field survey data, ensuring it meets industry quality standards. Applicants should be pursuing a Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or Engineering Technology and have knowledge of advanced technologies. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Award-winning safety program

Tools for mental wellness

Work-life balance

Growth and advancement opportunities

Continuing education and professional development

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Diploma or Degree in Geomatics, Engineering Technology, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of 3D laser scanning, mobile mapping, and UAV is preferred.
• Experience with point cloud processing tools like Leica Cyclone and Trimble Business Center is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process, manage, and deliver field survey data using remote sensing technologies.
• Ensure data meets industry quality standards.
• Assist with AI/ML data classification and validation.

Skills

Knowledge of advanced technologies (3D laser scanning, mobile mapping)

Basic skills in point cloud processing

Good oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Programming language proficiency (Python, C#)

Ability to work independently

Education

Diploma or Degree in Geomatics, Engineering Technology

Tools

Leica Cyclone

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD/Civil3D

Job description

What the position entails:

Join GeoVerra as a student and receive hands‑on experience with a company whose employees are at the heart of the organization. You will be responsible for efficiently processing, managing, and delivering field survey data using remote sensing technologies such as 3D laser scanning, mobile mapping, and aerial surveying equipment. You will ensure the data meets industry quality standards and develop, automate, and document the required workflows. You will help with AI/ML data classification, cataloguing, indexing, and labelling. Work with a variety of remote sensing data, checking for accuracy, completeness, consistency, relevance, and validity for machine learning. This role will also require researching and testing geospatial software and hardware, formulating and testing theories and methodologies, and occasional fieldwork may be required.

What you will bring:

• Target Programs: ENCI, ENGO, ENCI-AOS, ENGO-AOS
• Currently pursuing a Diploma or Degree in Geomatics, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of advanced technologies such as 3D laser scanning, mobile mapping and UAV is preferred.
• Basic skills in point cloud processing and registration are preferred. Experience using any of the following tools will be considered a strong asset: Leica Cyclone, Leica Register360, Trimble Business Center, Trimble RealWorks, Faro Scene, TopoDOT, 3DReshaper, TerraScan, and/or others.
• Basic knowledge of drafting and feature extraction from point cloud data is preferred. (e.g.: AutoCAD/Civil3D, TopoDot, MicroStation)
• Basic knowledge of as-built 3D modeling is an asset.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work without day‑to‑day supervision.
• Ability to work to deadlines and see tasks through to completion.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Programming language proficiency (Python, C#, etc.) is an asset.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Award‑winning safety program.
• Tools and services to support your mental wellness.
• Work‑life balance.
• Growth and advancement opportunities.
• Continuing education and professional development.
• Use of leading‑edge technology and equipment.
• Diverse projects and a fast‑paced working environment.