About the role#
The Survey Field Intern supports the survey crew with daily field assignments. You will work under the direction of a Party Chief to gain hands-on experience in land surveying techniques, equipment operation, and data collection.
What you'll do#
- Assist the survey crew with field tasks such as brush clearing, setting up tripods and prisms, and carrying the survey rod for staking.
- Load, unload, and maintain survey equipment and supplies for daily assignments.
- Set up back sights and operate survey instruments under supervision.
- Follow safety and field procedures to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Work in various outdoor environments and terrains to collect data for survey projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from an accredited program in Surveying, Geospatial Sciences, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
- Willingness to follow directions and work as part of a team.
- Familiarity with or a desire to learn how to operate survey equipment.
- Physical ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Reliability and consistent attendance.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is on-site at one of our locations in San Antonio, Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, Plano, or Longview, Texas.
- Note that we do not provide sponsorship for this position.
About Pape-Dawson
Pape-Dawson is a civil engineering and professional services firm founded in 1965. Based in San Antonio, Texas, the company employs over 2,000 people across multiple offices in Texas, Florida, and Kansas. The firm provides services including land development, transportation planning, surveying, and environmental science. It operates as a privately held organization.
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