Survey Intern

Dewberry

The Role

Overview

Assist survey crews with field tasks, equipment, safety, and data collection for various projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • vehicle supply
  • safety compliance
  • crew support
  • equipment safekeeping

Tasks

-Ensure that vehicles are supplied and kept in an orderly fashion ready for duty -Work in a safe manner and obey all safety regulations -Assist the field supervisor with all aspects of the daily crew workload -Ensure safekeeping of equipment

Requirements

  • autocad
  • computer skills
  • driver's license
  • math
  • degree
  • communication

What You Bring

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. *Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law. -Must have basic computer skills -Must be able to work overtime as required -Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check -Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus -Must have good Mathematical skills -Must be willing and able to travel for extended periods -Must be physically able to work outdoors and on construction sites under all weather conditions; able to lift up to 50 pounds -Pursuing an Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering, GIS, or Planning -Must have good communication skills -Previous internship experience is a plus

Benefits

During the summer intern program, interns gain hands-on project experience, develop technical skills, and put their classroom knowledge into action. Our interns are assigned meaningful work and are given the opportunity to work on projects similar to what they would be engaging with as a full-time employee. -Professional development workshops, including a career planning workshop and a DiSC assessment to learn more about themselves and how to work effectively with others. -Networking opportunities to meet other interns, staff, and senior leaders across the business. -Summer-long group project where interns work alongside firm leaders to address issues that will impact our future strategy.

The Company

About Dewberry

-Began as a family‑owned engineering firm and has grown into a nationwide professional services powerhouse. -Headquartered in Fairfax, VA. -Over six decades, it has woven its identity through iconic projects like the Hampton Roads Bridge‑Tunnel expansion and NOAA coastal mapping contracts. -Combining architecture, engineering, surveying, geospatial and construction management, Dewberry tackles projects across sectors—from transportation corridors to water‑resource systems. -Embraces design‑build delivery, supporting clients in both public and private sectors, including complex federal infrastructure and environmental undertakings. -A standout moment came when Dewberry secured NOAA’s multi‑state coastal geospatial services contract, reinforcing its reputation in geospatial innovation. -Work spans clinics, wastewater plants, transit‑oriented developments, shoreline mapping and more—reflecting a breadth that defines the firm’s narrative. -Firm leadership remains connected to its roots: still family‑led, yet managed with nationwide collaboration and a creative spirit.

Sector Specialisms

Community Facilities

Education

Energy

Federal

Health and Wellness

Industrial

Justice

Real Estate and Commercial Development

Risk, Response, and Recovery

Telecommunications

Transportation

Water

Culture

Community Engagement

Visa Sponsorship

-dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Security Clearance

-must submit to background screening including employment, education, driving record, criminal, and consumer report checks.