Survey Internship - Summer 2027

DOWL; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

DOWL in Eugene, OR is seeking a Surveying Intern to join our Surveying team for the summer of 2027. You will assist with field data collection and office tasks across Civil & Land Development, Construction Related Services, Water & Environmental Services and Transportation & Structures.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, pursuing a degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering with 1–2 years of college coursework; driving is required to support field work, and you will gain hands-on

Qualifications

• One to two years of college coursework toward a baccalaureate degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering.
• Prior work experience in construction or civil engineering is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform survey related office duties as assigned by the Office Survey Technician – Supervisor/Manager, Survey & Geotechnical Engineering/Technical Services Manager and Project Surveyors.
• Check survey field notes, compute traverses and level loops, edit data files and merge with survey control to form the basis for AutoCAD drawings.
• Prepare survey control drawings for permanent record.
• Draft topographic base maps, property surveys, and subdivision plats.
• Perform research for subdivision plats, legal records, and utility as-builts, at public agencies and in company archives.
• Perform field duties as assigned.

Skills

Math concepts

Data analysis

Education

College coursework in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Description

Why DOWL?

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Survey and Geomatics

Join DOWL’s Survey and Geomatics team to play a vital role in shaping infrastructure from the ground up. Our surveyors tackle an impressive variety of projects—from individual sidewalk ramps to expansive 200-mile-long corridors bringing precision, efficiency, and foresight to every job. We pride ourselves on identifying potential challenges early in the process, enabling design teams and contractors to make proactive adjustments that keep projects running smoothly and on schedule. If you’re detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and eager to work on impactful projects across diverse landscapes, we want you on our team.

Summary

DOWL is seeking a Surveying Intern to join our amazing Surveying team for the summer of 2027! This position will provide surveying assistance to the Civil & Land Development, Construction Related Services, Water & Environmental Services and Transportation & Structures Practice Areas.

We are the people who make it happen, so getting and keeping the best and the brightest is one of our most important missions. Join a team of skilled surveyors and avid Alaska adventurers at DOWL! Take a look at our company page to learn more about our mission, philosophy, and history: https://www.dowl.com/company/

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Perform survey related office duties as assigned by the Office Survey Technician – Supervisor/Manager, Survey & Geotechnical Engineering/Technical Services Manager and Project Surveyors.
• Check survey field notes, compute traverses and level loops, edit data files and merge with survey control to form the basis for AutoCAD drawings.
• Prepare survey control drawings for permanent record.
• Draft topographic base maps, property surveys, and subdivision plats.
• Perform research for subdivision plats, legal records, and utility as-builts, at public agencies and in company archives.
• Perform field duties as assigned.

Qualifications.

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

One to two years of college-level course work in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree in Land Surveying, civil engineering or similar field. Prior work experience in construction or civil engineering related fields is desirable.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical analysis, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Proficiency with computer applications including AutoCAD and Windows-based programs. Proficiency with Civil 3D preferred.

Physical Demands.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

On occasion, must have the ability to walking and hiking through rough terrain, snow, and ice; lifting up to 50 pounds; and driving in stakes and rebar (monuments). May need to work at remote sites.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

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