Mark Thomas
A 100% employee-owned civil and structural engineering firm delivering infrastructure, transit, water, and building projects.
Summer survey intern assisting with CADD mapping & field work
11 hours ago
Entry-level
Internship
Irvine, CA
Hybrid
Company Size
299 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Structures Engineering
Construction Management
Land Surveying
Landscape Architecture
Planning
Grant Writing
Transportation
Role
Description
survey cadd
mapping
topographic mapping
dtm creation
equipment maintenance
status reporting
- Updates supervisor and project team on status of assigned work on regular basis.
- Completes work tasks on time and within budget with quality as determined by supervisor.
- Uses survey CADD software to assist in preparation of mapping plats, maps, descriptions, ALTA surveys and other deliverables, Topographic Mapping, Digital Terrain Models (DTM's), and Point Databases.
- Provides support as needed related to storage, transportation, assembly, operation and maintenance of survey equipment and vehicles.
- Completes training and attends meetings as assigned.
Requirements
microstation
topodot
trimble
autocad
civil 3d
0-2 yrs
- Expresses a can-do attitude and willingness to learn; aims to complete project tasks and deliverables to a quality standard with a goal in proficiency.
- Ability to multi- task and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Basic knowledge of MicroStation, TopoDOT, and Trimble Business Center (TBC) preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent; Current student with a survey or drafting emphasis; BS or AA preferred in related area of study; equivalent experience considered in lieu of formal education.
- Drafting/CADD certificates a plus.
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities.
- 0-2+ years of relevant experience.
- Basic knowledge of MS Office applications and survey drafting software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
- Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment.
- Demonstrates effective written and verbal skills.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
- candidate must undergo a background check due to client responsibility and interactions.
Company
Overview
100% employee-owned
EmployeeOwnership
The firm is fully owned by its employees, fostering internal equity and stable leadership transitions.
- As a mid‑sized, employee‑owned firm, it blends technical depth with nimble decision‑making.
- Operates across California and other U.S. regions, executing projects in civil, structural, transportation, water, and building sectors.
- Typically designs and manages infrastructure and transit systems, water‑resource initiatives, commercial and residential building projects.
- Projects often feature collaboration between senior and technical staff, leveraging in‑house expertise and mentoring.
- Unique firm traditions include firm‑wide Halloween contests, summer picnics, and a company golf tournament.
- Flexible work, hybrid/remote schedules, and a technical career path reflect their adaptive culture.
- Leadership structure emphasizes accessible principals and associate principals who stay actively involved in project delivery.
Culture + Values
- We strive for excellence in everything we do.
- We are committed to delivering outstanding service and results.
- We foster a collaborative and supportive environment.
- We encourage innovation and continuous improvement.
- We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and outcomes.
Environment + Sustainability
2030
Net Zero Goal
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions through strategic initiatives and sustainable practices.
- Committed to reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint.
- Promotes sustainable practices in managed projects.
- Continuously monitors and measures environmental impact.