Intern: Land Surveyor

Job description

Job Description:
Dewberry is currently seeking responsible, highly motivated, and detail oriented individuals to join our Land Surveying department in our Gainesville, VA office as an Intern Land Surveyor for Summer 2022. An Intern Surveyor must be able to work in a team environment as a member of a survey crew assisting in the performance of boundary, ALTA, topographic, right-of way acquisition, transmission line, transportation, land development and construction surveys utilizing the latest equipment and surveying technology.

*Local candidates preferred, now housing stipend provided

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Responsibilities:
Assist the field supervisor with all aspects of the daily crew workload

Work in a safe manner and obey all safety regulations

Ensure safekeeping of equipment

Ensure that vehicles are supplied and kept in an orderly fashion ready for duty

Required Skills & Required Experience:
Pursuing an Associates or Bachelor's degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering, GIS, or Planning

Previous internship experience is a plus

Must have good Mathematical skills

Must have basic computer skills

Must have good communication skills

Must have a valid driver's license and ability to pass a driving record check

Must be physically able to work outdoors and on construction sites under all weather conditions; able to lift up to 50 pounds

Must be able to work overtime as required

Must be willing and able to travel for extended periods

Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.