Intern - Survey

About the role

As an LJA intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to real-world projects. You'll be integrated into a team, take on meaningful assignments, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to launch your career.

POSITION OVERVIEW: As an Intern at LJA Surveying, you will support surveying teams by assisting with field and office assignments under the guidance of experienced professionals. This role provides hands-on exposure to real projects while offering insight into the day-to-day operations of professional surveyors. Interns will contribute to meaningful work while developing technical, organizational, and professional skills.

Intern program highlights

• Hands-on project experience and design support
• Site visits and field exposure
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Professional development and communication training
• Lunch & Learn sessions across multiple disciplines
• Career development panels and networking opportunities
• Volunteer activities and intern events

Responsibilities

• Assisting with assigned tasks under the direction of experienced surveyors
• Shadowing field and office operations to learn surveying practices and workflows
• Completing project-based assignments that support larger initiatives while gaining exposure to daily surveying activities

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Technical degree in Surveying or a related field.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated student with strong academic performance
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel

Benefits

• Employee‑owned culture with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Flexibility to allow teams and offices to lead with their proven approach
• Culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• Fun culture: social events, employee sports teams, team engagement opportunities
• Community impact: company‑driven volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
• Professional development: hands‑on experience and structured mentorship program
• Internship hours applied to ESOP

Pay

$18‑22 per hour

Schedule

Mid‑May through the first week of August, Monday‑Friday, 40 hours per week