Surveying Intern | Manassas, VA

IMEG; Washington; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee wellness program

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

IMEG is seeking a Surveying Intern in Manassas, VA for a 10-12 week summer program. You will assist engineers with surveying, field inspections, report writing, and related design tasks under mentorship.

Aim to gain hands-on experience in survey, SUE, and civil design while supporting project documentation and coordination with cross-disciplinary teams. The internship is paid and located in a 100% employee-owned firm environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS in Civil Engineering with 2+ years completed.
• Experience with surveying or materials testing is a plus.
• Strong interest in design consulting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CAD software, and BIM.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of projects following IMEG standards.
• Research resources for commercially available equipment.
• Support client relations, design notebooks, and documentation for records.
• Coordinate design and schedules with multidisciplinary teams.
• Document design decisions and meetings while tracking progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy before final checks.
• Prepare and issue addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other contracted tasks.
• Work within project budgets and help meet client expectations.

Skills

Field surveying

MS Office

CAD

BIM

Clear communication

Education

2 years toward BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM software

Job description

Surveying Intern | Manassas, VA

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 Manassas, VA, to support experienced engineers and consultants with engineering analysis, design, field inspections, report writing, permit applications, site drainage and grading design, and survey-related work. Over 10-12 weeks, this paid, mentored internship offers hands‑on experience with real project work while you learn the civil engineering trade.

You will also support project documentation, multidisciplinary coordination, and periodic job site observations while helping teams work within project budgets and meet client expectations. Working with a team focused on survey, subsurface utility engineering, and public‑sector work, you will collaborate across disciplines and contribute to resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.

At a Glance

Location: Manassas, VA

Discipline: Surveyor & SUE

Markets: Survey; SUE; Public Sector

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 design portions of projects related to discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards
• Assist with researching resources for commercially available equipment
• Assist with client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files
• Assist with coordinating design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment supplier teams
• Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services as required by the contract services agreement
• Work within the project’s monetary budget and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations

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 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

• Survey and SUE-focused civil team across DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland
• Subsurface utility engineering, ALTA/as-builts, and construction surveying for data center and federal clients
• Project experience including MWAA, NAVFAC, Pentagon-area work, and major data center campuses
• Strong education and municipal activity including Leesburg-area school projects
• Recent work includes MWAA E-Line Sanitary Sewer, Government; QTS Manassas Data Center ALTA, Data Center; and Leesburg Elementary Renovation Survey, Education

Why IMEG

• 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

State of Virginia Pay Range: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.

Individual compensation will be determined based on job‑related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

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.

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