Geospatial Surveying Intern - Summer 2027

Jacobs; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Geospatial Surveying Intern to join our West Central Survey/Geospatial team in the Dallas or Fort Worth Texas area for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience with large infrastructure projects, assisting with geospatial data collection, processing, and analysis in a hybrid on-site and office setting.

You will work with experienced Surveyors and Project Managers, learning industry-standard procedures and software while supporting CAD platforms and LiDAR, GIS, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor degree in Geomatics or related field.
• Familiarity with geospatial surveying principles helpful.
• Coursework in GIS, surveying methods or geospatial tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in geospatial data collection, processing, and analysis.
• Support CAD platforms and surveying workflows on projects.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Fieldwork experience

Geospatial concepts

Education

Associate or Bachelor in Geomatics / Geospatial Technologies / GIS / Surveying Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Bentley ORD

Autodesk Recap

Trimble Business Center

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Geospatial Surveying Intern to join our West Central Survey/Geospatial team in the Dallas or Fort Worth Texas area in the Summer 2027, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to gain hands‑on experience in large‑scale infrastructure projects and apply your academic knowledge to real‑world geospatial surveying challenges. You will work in a hybrid approach on‑site and, in the office, assisting our team in various aspects of geospatial data collection, processing, and analysis, and learn about industry‑standard procedures and software.

Project opportunities may include supporting the surveying and mapping effort of transportation corridors, data centers, energy and power, urban development areas, and a variety of other projects for survey design and retracement surveys. You'll work alongside experienced Surveyors and Project Managers, gaining valuable insights into geospatial technologies and their applications in building and infrastructure.

Your Responsibilities May Include

• Utilizing a variety of CAD platforms (e.g. Civil 3D (C3D), Bentley ORD, AutoDesk Recap and Revit models, and Trimble Business Center
• Assist in providing technical and operational support for exposure to
  • Geospatial surveying principles, standards, and practices
  • Various Related Surveying Disciplines (LiDAR, photogrammetry, GIS, etc.)

Here's what you'll need

• In pursuit of an Associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree in Geomatics, Geospatial Technologies , GIS, Surveying Engineering, or related field from an accredited institution
• Valid Driver’s License
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future
• Live in the DFW area preferably Fort Worth for field assistance

Ideally, You Will Have

• Previous fieldwork experience preferred
• Ability and willingness to work in a combination of office and field settings
• Coursework in geospatial technologies, land surveying, and surveying methods.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $42,000.00 to $62,500.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on October 22, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.