Survey Intern

Morgan Corp.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Corp. invites applications for a Summer Survey Intern in Charlotte, NC. You will work closely with a Professional Land Surveyor and experienced team to gain hands-on exposure to surveying in the construction industry.

This internship targets students in Geomatics, Surveying, or related technology programs and emphasizes safety, mentorship, and practical training in field methods such as GPS, total stations, and drone surveys.

Qualifications

• Majoring in Geomatics, Surveying, or Survey-Related Technology.
• Eligible candidates seeking summer internship for 2027.
• Strong communication and proactive learning mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing topographic surveys using GPS rovers, robotic total stations, and drones.
• Support and observe level and traverse loops to verify control locations and elevations.
• Perform or assist with construction as‑built surveys for project closeout requirements.
• Gain exposure to drafting and construction as-built documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams and survey managers to solve real-world field challenges.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Curiosity

Participation

Integrity

Tools

GPS Rovers

Robotic Total Stations

Drones

Job description

Survey Intern

Department: Survey

Employment Type: Internship

Location: Charlotte, NC

Description

Morgan Corp. is seeking candidates for survey internships for the summer of 2027. This opportunity is for students majoring in Geomatics, Surveying, or Survey-Related Technology who wantreal-world experience with one of the largest heavy civil construction firms in the Southeast.

Ideal intern candidates:

• Communicate professionally and responsively
• Demonstrate initiative and accountability
• Ask questions and seek opportunities to learn
• Participate fully
• Uphold the Morgan Corp. Social Contract

Work-based experience highlights:

• Survey fieldwork based in NC, SC & GA
• Professional Development
• Safety and Technical Training
• 1:1 Mentorship

Work Environment

Work is performed outside in all types of environmental conditions. This position performs strenuous physical activity for long periods under varying and adverse field conditions. This position must be able to lift, carry, stand, walk on uneven surfaces, manually manipulate, grasp, reach out above the shoulder, climb, kneel, bend, twist, and push/pull.

As a survey intern, you’ll work closely with a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) and other experienced survey professionals to gain hands‑on exposure to the tools, methods, and challenges of surveying in the construction industry. You will:

• Assist in performing topographic surveys using GPS rovers, robotic total stations, and drones.
• Support and observe level and traverse loops to verify control locations and elevations.
• Perform or assist with construction as‑built surveys for project closeout requirements.
• Gain exposure to drafting and construction as‑built documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams and survey managers to solve real‑world field challenges.

Important Dates

February 1, 2027 – Priority Application Deadline*

Spring 2027 – Final Offers Sent

May 24 – July 30, 2027 – Internship Experience

* Applications are reviewed in order of submission; early application is encouraged