Land Survey Paid Intern (Technical Intern)
County of OrangeAbout the role
Posting number: 9023SY-0826-080 (O)
Department: OC Public Works
Job classification: TECHNICAL INTERN
Posting type: Open
Categories: Public Works
Summary
Deadline to Apply
Please note the deadline for this recruitment is Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PT).
OC Public Works (OCPW) provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through the sustainable delivery of projects and services. OC Public Works’ guiding principles are safety, integrity, quality, teamwork, and adaptability.
OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten (10) service areas: Administrative Services, Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures; OC Construction; OC Development Services; OC Environmental Resources; OC Facilities Design & Construction and CUF; OC Facilities Maintenance; OC Fleet Services; OC Infrastructure Programs; OC Operations & Maintenance.
OC CONSTRUCTION
OC Construction provides project management and construction management services for projects on OC Public Works' Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Maintenance Improvement Program (MIP) as well as OC Parks and other County department projects. OC Construction focuses on horizontal projects such as roads, bridges, bikeways, and flood control channels.
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THE OPPORTUNITY
The Land Survey Intern position provides students with valuable hands-on experience by working alongside licensed land surveyors and experienced professionals on a wide variety of public infrastructure projects throughout Orange County. Interns have the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting while gaining exposure to both office and field surveying practices. Land Survey Interns will assist survey staff with a variety of office and field assignments.
Land Survey Interns will assist survey staff with a variety of office and field assignments, including:
- Assisting with boundary, topographic, construction, hydrographic, and control surveys.
- Collecting field measurements using GNSS, total stations, digital levels, terrestrial laser scanners, and UAV technologies.
- Processing field data and assisting with drafting, mapping, and preparation of survey deliverables using CAD and survey software.
- Assisting with research of deeds, maps, survey records, right-of-way documents, and other legal records.
- Organizing project files, field notes, and digital records.
- Performing other related technical duties that support the Survey-Field Services unit while developing practical knowledge of professional land surveying practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This recruitment is open to applicants who are currently enrolled in or have graduated within the last six (6) months from an accredited college or university pursuing a degree or certificate in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field. Completion of introductory coursework in mathematics, surveying, engineering, or mapping is desirable. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and pay close attention to detail.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate for this Internship will have basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Interest in learning modern land surveying principles, field procedures, and office workflows; surveying equipment, including GNSS/GPS receivers, total stations, digital levels, laser scanners, and other survey technologies; and survey software, including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center (TBC), GIS applications, or similar programs. Ability to communicate effectively, follow written and verbal instructions, and work effectively both independently and as part of
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