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T Baker Smith

Project Surveyor

Lafayette, LA · On-site

Supervisory Responsibilities Potential supervision of team members, including land survey interns and/or project technicians. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

Henkels & McCoy

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

MasTec Inc

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

Henkels & McCoy

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

Henkels & McCoy

Surveyor

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field (or currently pursuing) * 0-2 years of surveying experience, including internships or co-op experience ...

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How much do surveyor internship jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for surveyor internship in the United States is $74,746.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Surveyor Internship job?

A Surveyor Internship is a temporary position designed to provide hands-on experience in land surveying and mapping. Interns assist professional surveyors in measuring land, collecting data, using surveying equipment, and preparing reports. This role helps develop skills in boundary identification, topographic mapping, and construction layout. It is ideal for students or recent graduates pursuing a career in surveying, civil engineering, or geomatics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Surveyor Internship position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surveyor Intern, you need a solid understanding of mathematics, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret maps and blueprints, often supported by or working toward a degree in surveying, civil engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with surveying equipment like total stations, GPS devices, and CAD software is typically required, and some employers may prefer interns who have completed relevant coursework or basic certification programs. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork skills are highly valued in this role. These competencies ensure accurate data collection, effective collaboration, and contribute to successful project outcomes in the field of land surveying.

What kind of projects or tasks will I typically work on during a Surveyor Internship?

As a Surveyor Intern, you can expect to assist with a variety of tasks such as conducting field surveys, collecting and recording measurements, utilizing surveying instruments, and helping with data analysis and map preparation. You may work alongside experienced surveyors on site visits, boundary determinations, and construction staking projects, gaining hands-on experience with real-world applications. Most interns also support office-based tasks like processing survey data and preparing reports or technical drawings using computer-aided design software. This role offers a great introduction to both fieldwork and office work, providing a well-rounded foundation in the surveying profession.

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Infographic showing various Surveyor Internship job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% Internship, 22% Full Time, 50% Part Time, and 11% Temporary. Highlights an 88% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,746 per year, or $35.9 per hour.
Professional Licensed Surveyor (PLS)/Senior Surveyor

Professional Licensed Surveyor (PLS)/Senior Surveyor

Waggoner

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Description
Waggoner Engineering is hiring a PLS/Senior Surveyor for our Baton Rouge, LA office.  The opportunity is a project management and project delivery position.  Experience with topographic and boundary surveys for LA DOTD, NRCS, municipal and transportation projects is desirable.  Private development and ALTA experience are a plus. The candidate selected will receive a $10,000 signing bonus.
Are you ready to inspire, engage and deliver? For almost 50 years Waggoner has delivered sound results through a culture of integrity, service and creativity to benefit our clients. Waggoner has more than doubled in size over the last five years and growth is expected to significantly increase through the addition of talented personnel.
What does that mean for you? Waggoner differentiates itself as a leader in growth strategy for water and disaster recovery, as well as providing full engineering services across 14 offices and 6 states; we need people who are inspired for future growth, engage as leaders in their respective fields, and deliver to both internal and external clients. 
If you are tired of hearing “we’ve always done it this way”; if you have a work hard/play hard attitude; and if you enjoy working with a vast team of professionals across various disciplines, you will fit right into our culture.

Your Primary Responsibilities will include
  • Promote Waggoner's “Quality First” management approach within all aspects of the surveying business;
  • Serve as a surveying professional of record / responsible charge for various types of surveys; Responsible for collaborating with survey field and office staff to deliver projects.
  • Meeting with clients to develop project scope, budget, and schedule for various types of survey projects.  
  • Day-to-day oversight of field crews, land surveyor interns, and survey support staff. 
  • Responsible for managing all survey equipment to ensure it is calibrated, functional, and up to date.  This responsibility may be assigned to staff under your supervision.
  • Responsible for managing all surveying vehicles and supplies.  This responsibility may be assigned to staff under your supervision.
  • Reports to the PLS / Survey Department Manager
Surveying Professional of Record / Responsible Charge
  • Responsible for delivering surveying projects to various clients
  • Collaborate with staff to perform surveys and prepare deliverables
Survey Project Manager / Project Delivery
  • Projects include control, topographic, boundary, construction stake-out, as-built, route surveys, subsurface utility engineering surveys (SUE) to name a few
  • Effectively coordinating and communicating with other project team members to meet the needs of our clients
  • Compile and research projects as needed prior to starting work
  • Establish project cost estimate proposals, scope of work, and schedules for negotiations with various clients
  • Assure that assigned projects stay on schedule and within budget
  • Responsible for technical delivery of projects including data collection, field to finish, data processing, and electronic deliverables for various types of surveying projects
  • Project delivery using Trimble Business Center, Leica Infinity, Civil3D, MicroStation/InRoads software
  • Provide independent QA/QC checks
Survey Crew and Project Delivery Team Oversight
  • Providing detailed instruction to survey crew and support personnel for assigned projects
  • Ensure all survey equipment, vehicles, supplies, tools, and software needs are being managed and functional
  • Responsible for weekly safety meetings

 

What you'll need
  • Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the State of Louisiana with the ability and desire to obtain licenses in Mississippi and Florida.
  • 6+ years’ experience in topographic and boundary surveying and survey project management 
  • Experience with Louisiana DOTD and/or NRCS projects are preferrable. 
  • Proficiency with Trimble GPS / Trimble Business Center and Leica Total Station equipment / Leica Infinity software is preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Valid driver’s license with approved/acceptable driving history required.


Why Join Our Team
About Waggoner
 
Waggoner is a multidisciplinary infrastructure and advisory firm focused on transforming communities and advancing the systems that support them. Our team brings together engineering, science, business, environmental expertise, digital innovation, program delivery, and strategic insight to solve complex challenges facing communities, industries, and governments.
We believe infrastructure is more than projects - it is the foundation of resilient communities, economic opportunity, and a stronger future. By integrating technical excellence with environmental stewardship, data-driven insights, and collaboration problem solving, Waggoner helps our clients realize what's possible and delivers solutions that create lasting impact for the people and places we serve.
Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, collaboration, and excellence. We empower talented professionals to lead, innovate, and work across disciplines to deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients and communities.

Our Vision
To be the trusted partner organizations turn to for integrated solutions that strengthen communities, advance infrastructure, and solve complex challenges.
Our Mission
Transforming communities. To improve the quality of life for our clients, communities, and employees by delivering innovative, resilient, and sustainable solutions that make a lasting difference.
We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including: 

  • WEI Incentive Program 
  • Healthy Workplace Program 
  • Employee Referral Bonus 
  • Competitive Health Benefits 
  • Career Development and Training 
  • Flexible/Hybrid Schedule 
  • Community Service Opportunities 
  • Worldwide Travel Assistance 

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.