Field Survey Intern — Part-Time in Engineering

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Fort Collins is seeking a Survey Intern (Hourly) to perform land surveying tasks under the direction of a Survey Party Chief or Chief Surveyor. This role supports field surveys, data collection, and documentation while ensuring accuracy and safety.

The candidate should pursuing an undergrad/grad degree in surveying or geomatics and have basic GPS/AutoCAD knowledge. The position is part-time hourly with offers to work in Colorado, with an emphasis on learning, precise data entry, and

Qualifications

• General knowledge of land surveying principles.
• Knowledge of GPS hardware, software, and basics of how GPS works (Preferred).
• Knowledge of Total Stations (Preferred).
• Ability to perform data entry and word processing; operate surveying software.
• Ability to develop Excel spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Assist Survey Party Chief with field work: topographic, boundary, and construction staking surveys.
• Follow supervisor instructions and provide support for team activities.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and vehicles daily.

Skills

Land surveying knowledge

GPS knowledge

Data entry

Excel proficiency

Education

Undergraduate/graduate degree in Surveying/Geomatics or related field

Tools

GPS receivers

Total Stations

AutoCAD / surveying software

Excel

Job description

City of Fort Collins is seeking a Survey Intern (Hourly) to perform land surveying tasks under the direction of a Survey Party Chief or Chief Surveyor. This role supports field surveys, data collection, and documentation while ensuring accuracy and safety.

The candidate should pursuing an undergrad/grad degree in surveying or geomatics and have basic GPS/AutoCAD knowledge. The position is part-time hourly with offers to work in Colorado, with an emphasis on learning, precise data entry, and