Intern - Survey

LJA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional growth

Lunch & Learn sessions

Networking events

Volunteer activities

Job summary

LJA Surveying offers a Summer Internship Program from mid-May through early August, fully in-person, 40 hours/week. Interns work with experienced professionals, contributing to real projects and gaining hands-on surveying exposure in both field and office settings.

The role provides mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities, with emphasis on developing technical and professional skills for a surveying career.

Qualifications

• Motivated student with strong academic performance.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with assigned tasks under the direction of experienced surveyors.
• Shadowing field and office operations to learn surveying practices and workflows.
• Completing project-based assignments that support larger initiatives while gaining exposure to daily surveying activities.

Skills

Motivated student

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Technical degree (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $18-22

What The Lja Internship Experience Has To Offer

The Summer Internship Program runs from mid-May through the first week of August and is a fully in-person experience, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. As an LJA intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to real-world projects. You'll be integrated into a team, take on meaningful assignments, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to launch your career.

INTERN PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands-on project experience and design support
• Site visits and field exposure
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Professional development and communication training
• Lunch & Learn sessions across multiple disciplines
• Career development panels and networking opportunities
• Volunteer activities and intern events

What Makes Lja Different

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As an Intern at LJA Surveying, you will support surveying teams by assisting with field and office assignments under the guidance of experienced professionals. This role provides hands-on exposure to real projects while offering insight into the day-to-day operations of professional surveyors. Interns will contribute to meaningful work while developing technical, organizational, and professional skills.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Assisting with assigned tasks under the direction of experienced surveyors.
• Shadowing field and office operations to learn surveying practices and workflows.
• Completing project-based assignments that support larger initiatives while gaining exposure to daily surveying activities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Technical degree in Surveying or a related field.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly motivated student with strong academic performance.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Community Impact: Company-driven volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Professional growth through hands-on experience and a structured mentorship program.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, and team engagement opportunities, etc.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Hours worked during your internship are applied to your ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.