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Survey Intern

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

The Land Surveying Intern will join a field and office survey team supporting transmission and distribution infrastructure projects for public and private electric utility clients. Projects range from routine right-of-way and boundary surveys to complex topographic surveys supporting new transmission line routing and substation siting. This position offers hands-on exposure to the survey work that underpins every stage of a utility project, from initial route studies through final construction staking. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assist survey crews with field data collection using GPS/GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, and other survey instrumentation for transmission and distribution projects. 
• Support the preparation of boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and right-of-way and easement plats for utility infrastructure projects. 
• Help process and reduce field survey data and assist in the development of survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D. 
• Assist in researching public records, deeds, and prior survey documentation to support boundary and right-of-way determinations. 
• Coordinate with engineering staff to ensure survey deliverables meet project design requirements and client specifications. 
• Travel to project sites as necessary to support field crews and gain hands-on survey experience. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Currently enrolled in a Surveying, Geomatics, or Civil Engineering Technology degree program. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, management, and survey and design team members. 
• Willingness to learn in a flexible, cross-disciplinary work environment. 
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying field conditions, including extended time on active job sites. 
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

The following qualifications are preferred but not required for consideration: 

• Relevant industry experience through survey coursework, field crew work, or prior internships in land surveying or civil engineering. 
• Experience with technical software including Trimble Access, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or other relevant survey data processing tools. 

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do. We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision.

We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.
We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.
Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.