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RE/SPEC Inc.

Survey Technician (temporary)

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

This role will join our Land Survey team for the mid-May through mid-August 2026 summer season. Working at RESPEC means working on world-class projects across Alaska. You will work on exciting ...

Freese Nichols

Summer 2027 Internships

Fort Worth, TX · Hybrid

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

What will your summer look like? Build more than your resume this summer. Work alongside ... Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our ...

Freese and Nichols

Summer 2027 Internships

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

What will your summer look like? Build more than your resume this summer. Work alongside ... Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our ...

Summer Search

High School Mentor

Manhattan, NY

$31.80 - $36.66/hr

THE OPPORTUNITY Summer Search NYC is seeking a High School Mentor to manage a caseload of ... g., complete feedback surveys after mentoring sessions). * Participate in other projects as ...

Summer Search

High School Mentor

Boston, MA

$60K - $67K/hr

Summer Searchers recognize their potential and build a toolkit to navigate and challenge systemic ... g., complete feedback surveys after mentoring sessions). * Participate in other projects as ...

ICF

On-Call Senior Bat Biologist

Reston, VA · On-site

Lead focused bat survey team(s) for summer mist net surveys, acoustic surveys, habitat assessments and ongoing monitoring. * Be a positive, fun, curious, organized, innovative, committed, self ...

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How much do summer surveying jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer surveying in the United States is $31.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced in a summer surveying position, and how can they be managed?

Summer surveying roles often involve working outdoors in varying weather conditions, which can present challenges such as heat, humidity, or unexpected storms. Surveyors may also encounter difficult terrain or need to navigate around obstacles like dense vegetation or construction sites. To manage these challenges, it's important to stay hydrated, wear appropriate protective gear, and follow safety protocols. Additionally, collaborating closely with your team helps ensure accurate measurements and efficient problem-solving when unexpected issues arise.

What is the difference between Summer Surveying vs Survey Technician?

AspectSummer SurveyingSurvey Technician
CredentialsTypically high school diploma or equivalent; some may have college coursework in surveying or related fieldsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor fieldwork, often in summer conditions, on construction sites or land surveysFieldwork and office tasks, including data collection and processing, often outdoors
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by surveying firms, construction companies, and engineering firms during summer projectsEmployed by surveying firms, government agencies, and engineering companies for data collection and support roles

Summer Surveying roles focus on assisting with land measurements and data collection during summer months, often as temporary or seasonal positions. Survey Technicians perform similar fieldwork but may also handle data processing and office tasks. Both roles require outdoor work and relevant certifications, making them closely related but distinct in scope and responsibilities.

What is a Summer Surveying job?

A Summer Surveying job typically involves assisting professional surveyors in the field during the summer months. These positions are often seasonal and may include tasks such as measuring land, collecting data, setting up equipment, and marking boundaries for construction or mapping projects. Summer surveyors gain hands-on experience with surveying tools, GPS technology, and data recording. This role is ideal for students or individuals interested in engineering, geography, or construction, offering valuable exposure to real-world surveying practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Surveyor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Surveyor, you need a basic understanding of surveying principles, strong mathematical skills, and typically a high school diploma or progress toward a related degree. Familiarity with GPS equipment, total stations, and data collection software is often required. Attention to detail, effective teamwork, and good communication are important soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure accurate field measurements, reliable data collection, and smooth collaboration on surveying projects.
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Infographic showing various Summer Surveying job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,602 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

Surveying Intern (50059)

Collins Engineers Inc.

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$22 - $25/hr

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Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Collins offers an opportunity for an engineering student to gain experience surveying. The Milwaukee, WI office has an opening for a Surveying Intern position for Summer 2026. This position will be a combination of office and time in the field. This position will provide the opportunity to support the survey team by performing field work and the processing of data. We offer plenty of opportunities for growth, working with professionals who have decades of experience developing industry-defining techniques.
Who we are:
Collins Engineer, Inc. provides design and analysis services coupled with field experience to the transportation, marine, construction, and land development industries. We pride ourselves in fostering collaboration and an environment where each employee is an integral part of a team, not just another number.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Perform field survey work, including network control surveys, right of way plats, topographic surveys, boundary surveys, construction surveys, 3D modeling, and LIDAR scanning.
  • Perform field investigations and surveys to support the creation and maintenance of digital base mapping and parcel mapping.
  • Use various surveying programs to gather, review and process field data.
  • Assist with survey control, quality assurance survey, and volume computations.
  • Assist with conducting construction modeling, staking, and file recordkeeping.
  • Use 3D technologies to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Assist with conducting topographic mapping, scanning, and modeling.
  • Perform mathematical computations concerning survey measurements and land records.
  • Maintain survey field notes, sketches and other documentation.
  • Maintain, prepare and use surveying equipment.
  • Actively observe and act in an appropriate manner related to safety.

*Relocation is available.
Click HERE to see the variety of benefits Collins has to offer.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
  • Working towards an associate's degree in surveying or CAD technology or related field
  • Working knowledge of Survey data collection procedures
  • Experience in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or MicroStation
  • Experience with Trimble robotic and GPS equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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