About the role#
Join Pomerleau as a Surveyor Intern to gain hands-on experience on construction sites. This is a full-time, 8-month internship based on-site in Vancouver. You will work directly with our operations team to support major projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with construction layout, monitoring, laser scanning, and field survey activities.
- Handle the survey rod for topography and set layout points.
- Learn to operate survey equipment, including robotic total stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, digital levels, and terrestrial laser scanners.
- Follow instructions from the Chief Surveyor, Project Manager, and Superintendent.
- Assist in preparing field notes, sketches, reports, data, and survey documentation.
- Help with survey equipment maintenance, calibration, and inventory management.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a Geomatics Technology, Civil Engineering, Construction, or related post-secondary program.
- Legally authorized to work in Canada and residing in Canada at the time of application.
- Duly enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution or graduated within the last six months.
- Strong interest in construction surveying and geomatics.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
- Positive mindset and excitement for on-site work.
- Proven record of team collaboration, communication, and problem-solving.
- A valid Class 5 driver's license is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Vancouver, British Columbia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 8 months.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Pomerleau
Pomerleau is a construction company based in Montreal. Founded in 1966, it operates as a family-owned business. The firm focuses on infrastructure, civil engineering, and building projects. It maintains a research and development laboratory to integrate new methods into its work. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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