Outdoor Land Surveying Internship: Fieldwork & Mentorship

SAM; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch with SAM's Leadership for a Q&A

Mentorship from expert professionals

Intern Insights meetings with industry

Scholarship opportunity

Part-time after internship

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) invites you to join its Summer Internship program and gain hands-on experience in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. You’ll work outdoors, learn cutting-edge technology, and contribute to real-world projects while building connections with industry leaders and seasoned professionals.

The 2027 Summer Internship runs from May 17 through August 6, with housing stipends available for eligible students and opportunities across the United States.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a 2 or 4-year Land Surveying, Geomatics or relevant program
• GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Passionate about the outdoors and eager to explore different terrains
• A positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow

Responsibilities

• Support field operations by reviewing project plans and working alongside surveyors, engineers, and project managers to complete fieldwork safely and efficiently.
• Research project sites by examining property records, deeds, and historical surveys to better understand site boundaries and conditions.
• Operate advanced survey equipment including total stations, GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors to measure distances, angles, and elevations accurately.
• Establish survey control by setting control points, benchmarks, and reference markers to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.
• Explore surveying technology and software by transitioning from fieldwork to data processing and learning tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other drafting software.
• Turn field data into deliverables by processing measurements, creating maps, and preparing detailed survey reports for clients.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Adaptability

Education

Enrollment in a 2 or 4-year Land Surveying, Geomatics or relevant program

GPA 2.5 or higher

Tools

Total stations

GPS receivers

Levels

Data collectors

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) invites you to join its Summer Internship program and gain hands-on experience in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. You’ll work outdoors, learn cutting-edge technology, and contribute to real-world projects while building connections with industry leaders and seasoned professionals.

The 2027 Summer Internship runs from May 17 through August 6, with housing stipends available for eligible students and opportunities across the United States.