Surveying Intern | Charlotte, NC

IMEG; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Full-time path to employment

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

IMEG, an employee-owned firm, offers a 10–12 week Summer 2027 Surveying Intern program in Charlotte, NC to support engineering analysis, design, field inspections, and report writing.

You will gain hands-on experience while learning from senior engineers and consultants, collaborating across disciplines to meet project goals and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years towards a BS in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience: None required.
• May be required to assist with field duties like surveying and materials testing.
• Strong interest in design consulting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, CAD software and BIM.
• Clear communication in oral and written form.
• Prior internship experience in building design consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project design activities related to discipline systems in accordance with code and IMEG standards.
• Research commercially available equipment and resources.
• Support client relations, maintain project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.
• Coordinate design and scheduling activities with other disciplines, clerical staff, equipment suppliers, and project partners.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services required by the contract services agreement.

Skills

Microsoft Office

CAD software

BIM

Communication

Education

Two years toward BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Surveying Intern | Charlotte, NC 100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Surveying Intern in Charlotte, NC to support engineering analysis, design, field inspections, report writing, permit applications, and site drainage and grading designs. Over 10-12 weeks, this role offers hands‑on experience while you learn the Civil Engineering trade alongside experienced engineers and consultants. You will also support work that stays within project budgets and collaborates across disciplines to meet project goals and client expectations. The team supports survey, land development, and civil engineering work, delivering resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.

At a Glance

• Location: Charlotte, NC
• Discipline: Surveyor & SUE
• Markets: Survey; Land Development; Civil Engineering
• Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
• Work Schedule: Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program
• Program Length: 10-12 week summer program
• Sponsorship: Not available

What You’ll Do

• Assist with project design activities related to discipline systems in accordance with code and IMEG standards
• Research commercially available equipment and resources
• Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files
• Coordinate design and scheduling activities with other disciplines, clerical staff, equipment suppliers, and project partners
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before requesting a final check
• Assist with the preparation and issuance of addendum information
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services required by the contract services agreement

What You’ll Bring

• Required Education: Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent required
• Experience: None required
• Required Skills/Abilities: May be required to assist with field duties like surveying and materials testing
• Strong interest in design consulting
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office programs, CAD software and BIM
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Preferred: Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

About the Team

360-degree approach combining analytical expertise with a diverse skillset to ensure success Provide surveying, aerial mapping, civil engineering and site design services to clients Recent work includes Specialized engineering support for NASCAR's $53 million, 58,000 square-foot production facility in Concord, NC

Why IMEG

• We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
• A paid internship with real, hands‑on project work, not busywork
• A structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns
• A clear path to full-time: many interns and co‑ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG
• IDEA Program: a firm‑wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon‑reduction technology
• Real impact from day one: at IMEG, an intern once became our Virtual Reality leader
• Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee‑owned firm
• MEG, our in‑house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement.
• Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment. IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non‑merit‑based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email [e-mail].