Description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC


Land Surveying Internship Program - Summer 2026

US-MO-Chesterfield

Job ID: 26-7441
Type: Intern (Full Time)
# of Openings: 1
Category: Internship
St. Louis

Overview

For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.

Responsibilities

Are you ready to embark on a completely different world of surveying than what you have seen in class? Can you learn new technology on the fly? If so, this is the internship for you. Not only will you be able to explore the great outdoors and work with cutting-edge technology, you will have the unique opportunity to network with our leaders while working on projects.The 2026 Summer Internship runs from May 18th - August 7th with locations across the US and housing stipend availability for students who meet eligibility requirements. 

• Efficiently and safely complete fieldwork by reviewing project plans from clients, engineers, and project managers
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the site by examining property records, deeds, and historical surveys
• Utilize survey equipment such as total stations, GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors to accurately measure distances, angles, and elevations
• Establish control points, benchmarks, and reference markers to ensure precise measurements
• Progress from fieldwork to data processing, where you will learn to utilize software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other computer drafting software
• Process collected data, create maps, and generate comprehensive survey reports for clients

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a 2 or 4-year Land Surveying, Geomatics or relevant program
• Aspiring Professional Surveyor 
• GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Passionate about the outdoors and eager to explore different terrains 
• A positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow 

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