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Civil Design, Inc. · 4 months ago

2026 Summer Internship - Land Surveyor

IL (Effingham)

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $21/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm offering various engineering services. They are seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to assist in surveying and support a variety of design projects, contributing to the mission of Building Stronger Communities.

Civil EngineeringConstruction

No H1B

Responsibilities

Under supervision, the intern will assist in surveying to support a variety of design projects

Perform boundary surveys to establish legal boundaries for properties

Perform topographic surveys providing data relevant to the contours of the ground and existing features

May perform construction surveys for municipal, private and roadway projects

Utilize Trimble Robotic, Conventional and GPS equipment, Leica 3D Scanning equipment and survey data collection software to take measurements and collect relevant information

Perform daily import of all field collected data

Maintain accurate, detailed and professional field notes

Perform general equipment maintenance

Adhere to safety policies, procedures and requirements of CDI

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

10 -15% travel

Qualification

Land surveyingGPS equipmentTrimble Robotic equipmentConstruction surveysTeam collaborationClear communication

Required

Be able to provide 30-40 hours per week with start time around 6-7 am

Must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record

Must be authorized to work in the U.S

Work in outdoor elements

Be a part of a team

Communicate clearly

Preferred

Great if pursuing a degree in survey, geography or survey drafting

Benefits

Shared Ownership: As an ESOP, we offer our full-time team Members a direct stake in CDI’s success, empowering them to take initiative and contribute meaningfully.

Work with Purpose: You'll engage in meaningful projects aligned with your passions and career goals, ensuring your work has a lasting impact.

Collaboration and Celebration: We host frequent company-wide events, giving you the chance to connect and have fun with Team Members across our offices.

People-First Culture: We prioritize your growth, well-being, and success, ensuring you have the support and opportunities to thrive both professionally and personally.

Volunteer time off to encourage team members to give back and make a lasting impact in the community.