NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

The Geomatics Intern supports the Geomatics team with field, office, and project support activities related to land surveying, mapping, data collection, and geospatial production. This position is intended for a student or early-career professional pursuing education or experience in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, geography, GIS, construction management, or a related technical field.

The internship provides exposure to professional land surveying practices, field data collection, UAV/LiDAR workflows, CAD/GIS production, quality control, project documentation, and utility-sector project delivery. The role is designed to help the intern build foundational technical skills while supporting active project teams under the direction of licensed surveyors, project managers, field supervisors, and production staff.

Field Survey Support

• Assist field crews with boundary, topographic, utility, construction, and control surveys.
• Support setup and operation of survey equipment, including GPS/GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, data collectors, levels, and other field instruments.
• Help collect, organize, and verify field data under the direction of survey crew chiefs or field leads.
• Assist with field notes, photographs, sketches, measurements, and daily documentation.
• Support safe field operations by following company safety standards, traffic control requirements, and job-specific work plans.

Office and Production Support

• Assist with processing field survey data for use in CAD, GIS, and mapping deliverables.
• Support drafting and mapping tasks using software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, ArcGIS, Trimble Business Center, or similar platforms.
• Help prepare base maps, exhibits, survey figures, plan sheets, and project documentation.
• Assist with organizing project files, survey records, control data, field notes, and deliverable packages.
• Perform basic quality control checks on survey data, drawings, and project information.

Geospatial / UAV / LiDAR Support

• Assist with data management and production workflows related to UAV imagery, LiDAR, point clouds, orthomosaics, and terrain models.
• Support coordination between survey, UAV, GIS, and office production teams.
• Help review and organize geospatial datasets for completeness and consistency.
• Assist with preparing exhibits, maps, and technical support materials for internal teams and clients.

Project and Administrative Support

• Support project managers and technical staff with research, documentation, data entry, and tracking.
• Assist with project setup, file organization, meeting notes, and internal coordination.
• Help maintain logs, trackers, and project records as needed.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and project reviews.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a degree or certificate program in surveying/geomatics, civil engineering, geography, GIS/geospatial science, construction management, environmental science, aviation/UAV technology, or a related technical field.
• Strong interest in land surveying, mapping, geospatial technology, infrastructure, utilities, or field-based technical work.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn technical workflows.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and field conditions when assigned to field activities.
• Valid driver’s license preferred, depending on assignment and location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or experience with land surveying, CAD, GIS, GPS/GNSS, remote sensing, photogrammetry, or LiDAR.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, ArcGIS, Trimble Business Center, Pix4D, Leica, TopoDOT, or similar software.
• Interest in pursuing a career as a Professional Land Surveyor, Survey Technician, GIS Analyst, UAV Technician, or Geomatics professional.
• Prior internship, field, construction, engineering, mapping, or technical production experience.
• FAA Part 107 certification or interest in UAV operations is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to read basic plans, maps, construction drawings, or survey exhibits.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong technical curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and under close
• supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage assigned tasks.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Awareness of safety requirements in field and office environments.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and project needs.
• Professional attitude when working with internal teams, clients, contractors, and field personnel.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an office and field environment.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, and carry light equipment during field assignments.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry survey equipment, typically up to 25-40 pounds, as needed.
• Ability to travel locally to project sites when assigned.

Work Environment

The Geomatics Intern may work in a combination of office, field, and remote project environments. Field assignments may include active construction sites, utility corridors, roadways, undeveloped land, urban environments, and client facilities. Office assignments may include CAD production, GIS support, data processing, quality control, and project documentation.

Career Development Opportunities

This internship is intended to provide exposure to multiple areas of Geomatics, including:

• Land surveying
• Utility surveying and mapping
• CAD and GIS production
• UAV and LiDAR data workflows
• Project delivery and quality control
• Field-to-finish survey processes
• Professional licensure pathways

The intern will have the opportunity to work with experienced surveyors, project managers, field crews, UAV professionals, and geospatial production staff to better understand career paths within the Geomatics profession.

Performance Expectations

• Reliability and professionalism.
• Willingness to learn and accept direction.
• Accuracy and completeness of assigned work.
• Responsiveness to project team needs.
• Safe behavior in field and office environments.
• Ability to improve technical skills over the course of the internship.
• Positive contribution to team culture and project delivery.

The pay range for this California position is $22.00- $25.00 per hour; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.