About this role
Hourly Pay Range: $18-22
WHAT THE LJA INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE HAS TO OFFER
Our Summer Internship Program runs from mid-May through the first week of August and is a fully in-person experience, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. As an LJA intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to real-world projects. You'll be integrated into a team, take on meaningful assignments, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to launch your career.
INTERN PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Hands-on project experience and design support
• Site visits and field exposure
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Professional development and communication training
• Lunch & Learn sessions across multiple disciplines
• Career development panels and networking opportunities
• Volunteer activities and intern events
WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:
• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
POSITION OVERVIEW: As an Intern at LJA Surveying, you will support surveying teams by assisting with field and office assignments under the guidance of experienced professionals. This role provides hands-on exposure to real projects while offering insight into the day-to-day operations of professional surveyors. Interns will contribute to meaningful work while developing technical, organizational, and professional skills.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
• Assisting with assigned tasks under the direction of experienced surveyors.
• Shadowing field and office operations to learn surveying practices and workflows.
• Completing project-based assignments that support larger initiatives while gaining exposure to daily surveying activities.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Technical degree in Surveying or a related field.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Highly motivated student with strong academic performance.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
LEVEL UP WITH LJA
At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
• Community Impact: Company-driven volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Professional growth through hands-on experience and a structured mentorship program.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, and team engagement opportunities, etc.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Hours worked during your internship are applied to your ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)
To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.