Field Surveying Intern — Paid Overtime & Housing Allowance

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Housing allowance

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking a Land Surveying Intern to learn hands-on in the field and office, supporting data collection for boundary and topographic surveys. You’ll gain experience with GPS, total stations, levels, and data collectors while learning surveying fundamentals.

Requirements include enrolled status in land surveying/geomatics or civil engineering. Outdoor work, basic math, and familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or surveying software are a plus.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in land surveying or related field.
• Interest in pursuing a career in professional land surveying.
• Exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or surveying software is a plus.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.

Responsibilities

• Assist survey crews with field data collection for boundary, topographic, construction, and utility surveys under supervision.
• Help set up, operate, and maintain surveying equipment, including GPS units, total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Assist with measuring distances, elevations, and locations while learning proper surveying procedures and safety practices.
• Support survey crews by carrying equipment, setting stakes or monuments, clearing light vegetation, and maintaining an organized job site.
• Observe and participate in construction staking, boundary surveys, and other field surveying activities to gain practical experience.
• Learn how field data is processed and used to prepare survey deliverables, maps, and drawings.
• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and site visits to build technical knowledge and professional skills.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, ask questions, and seek opportunities to expand understanding of surveying profession.

Skills

Math basics

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Outdoor work readiness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying / Geomatics / Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

Surveying software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking a Land Surveying Intern to learn hands-on in the field and office, supporting data collection for boundary and topographic surveys. You’ll gain experience with GPS, total stations, levels, and data collectors while learning surveying fundamentals.

Requirements include enrolled status in land surveying/geomatics or civil engineering. Outdoor work, basic math, and familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or surveying software are a plus.