Field Survey Intern: Hands-on GNSS, UAV & GIS

Woolpert; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolpert seeks a Survey Intern to join our Survey and Geospatial team for the 2027 internship program. This full-time internship provides students with hands-on experience supporting field and office surveying operations while working alongside experienced survey professionals on infrastructure, transportation, aviation, utility, and geospatial projects.

As a Survey Intern, you will assist with collecting, processing, and analyzing survey data that supports engineering design, construction,

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying or related field.
• Familiar with surveying principles, field procedures, and coordinate systems.
• Exposure to GNSS/GPS equipment, total stations, laser scanning, or UAV technologies.
• Experience with surveying/design software such as Trimble Business Center (TBC), AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, ArcGIS, etc.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Work as an integral member of a survey field crew and project team.
• Assist licensed surveyors, survey technicians, and geospatial professionals with field data collection activities.
• Operate and learn advanced surveying technologies, including GNSS/GPS receivers, robotic total stations, digital levels, data collectors, terrestrial laser scanners, and UAV-related equipment.
• Support topographic, boundary, utility, construction, and control surveys.
• Assist with establishing photo control points and ground control for aerial mapping and remote sensing projects.
• Collect, organize, and process survey data using industry-standard software and workflows.
• Support the development of maps, plats, reports, and survey deliverables.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Collaborate with project teams while developing professional problem-solving, communication, and technical skills.

Skills

GNSS/GPS knowledge

UAV/Drone familiarity

Team collaboration

Outdoor work willingness

Education

Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in surveying or related field

Tools

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

ArcGIS

Job description

Woolpert seeks a Survey Intern to join our Survey and Geospatial team for the 2027 internship program. This full-time internship provides students with hands-on experience supporting field and office surveying operations while working alongside experienced survey professionals on infrastructure, transportation, aviation, utility, and geospatial projects.

As a Survey Intern, you will assist with collecting, processing, and analyzing survey data that supports engineering design, construction,