Survey Field Intern: Hands-on Civil & Geospatial Experience

Gewalt Hamilton Associates

Vernon Hills (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Two paid holidays during the summer

Hands-on experience

Competitive pay

Job summary

Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA) is seeking a Survey Intern to join our Vernon Hills team. The role focuses on supporting Professional Land Surveyors and survey technicians in field duties and project work in Vernon Hills, IL.

You will perform field investigations, gather data for land survey drawings and reports, operate survey instruments, maintain field notes, and contribute to plans and map production. This internship offers hands-on experience and growth within a trusted civil engineering

Qualifications

Pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in land surveying, geospatial, GIS, or civil engineering related field preferred.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to work-related activities.
Self-starter with a strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Assist and support Professional Land Surveyors (PLS) and survey technicians in field duties and project work.
Perform field investigations, gather data, and record information for land survey drawings, engineering drawings and reports.
Operate survey instruments, conduct basic field adjustments, and maintain field notes and data collection records.
Work outdoors in varying weather on topography, boundary surveys, and construction layout.
Participate in production of plans and filing/retrieval of land survey maps and documents.