Field Survey Intern: Learn GNSS, UAVs & 3D Mapping

Woolpert; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolpert, Inc. is seeking a Survey Intern to join our Survey and Geospatial team for the 2027 internship program.

This full-time internship provides hands-on experience supporting field and office surveying operations alongside experienced survey professionals on infrastructure, transportation, aviation, utility, and geospatial projects. As a Survey Intern, you'll assist with collecting, processing, and analyzing survey data that supports design, construction, and mapping efforts.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in surveying or related field.
• Familiarity with surveying principles, field procedures, and coordinate systems.
• Exposure to GNSS/GPS equipment, total stations, laser scanning, or UAV technologies.
• Experience with survey/design software such as TBC, AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, ArcGIS, etc.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a survey field crew and project team.
• Assist licensed surveyors and geospatial professionals with field data collection.
• Operate surveying technologies including GNSS/GPS, total stations, and laser scanners.
• Support topographic, boundary, utility, construction, and control surveys.
• Collect, organize, and process survey data using standard software workflows.
• Help develop maps, plats, and survey deliverables.
• Adhere toSafety procedures and promote workplace safety.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop professional skills.

Skills

Survey principles

Team collaboration

Outdoor work

Data collection

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in surveying or related field

Tools

Trimble Business Center (TBC)

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

ArcGIS

Job description

Woolpert, Inc. is seeking a Survey Intern to join our Survey and Geospatial team for the 2027 internship program.

This full-time internship provides hands-on experience supporting field and office surveying operations alongside experienced survey professionals on infrastructure, transportation, aviation, utility, and geospatial projects. As a Survey Intern, you'll assist with collecting, processing, and analyzing survey data that supports design, construction, and mapping efforts.