Land Survey Internship

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high-quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

Position: Land Survey Internship
Job Status: Nonexempt-hourly
Location: Bozeman, MT

Morrison‑Maierle has been a leading civil engineering design and consulting firm in Montana since 1945. This internship offers students the chance to be part of a legacy of building better communities across the Treasure State—gaining real‑world experience while working alongside top professionals who are invested in mentorship and long‑term career growth.

BENEFITS

• $21-$24/hr (depending on experience)

• Opportunity to gain experience with land surveying projects to support our civil engineering projects

• Hands-on experience with one of Montana’s top engineering firms.

Our longstanding and trusted engineering legacy has helped ensure safety, security, and growth for our employee-owners. Our people-first culture and collaborative team are what drive our success as a top 500 engineering firm and have earned us a spot on Zweig's list of “Best Places to Work.” Join our company for a rewarding internship experience and be part of a legacy that builds better futures.

THE ROLE

Turn your classroom knowledge into real‑world impact.

During your internship in Land Survey, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects that shape communities. You’ll gain hands‑on exposure with land surveying projects to support our civil engineering projects—building practical skills, confidence, and a clearer vision for your future in Surveying. Morrison-Maierle provides civil engineering design and consulting for projects related to transportation, airports, industrial, municipal infrastructures, water, land development, environmental, survey, planning, CAD, and buildings focused on structural, mechanical, electrical and information communication technology.

These responsibilities include:

• Conduct land surveying and construction staking

• Operate Trimble GNSS, conventional, and robotic equipment to collect field data.

• Process survey data using Trimble Business Center, drafting exhibits, plats, and Certificates of Survey using ACAD Civil 3D.

• Use data to make topography maps to support project work.
Performs project tasks and works closely with cross-functional teams.

YOUR STRENGTHS

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Currently enrolled in or nearing completion of a degree in Surveying Engineering, Geomatics, Land Surveying, Mapping Science, or an ABET‑accredited engineering program with a surveying emphasis. Related degrees in Civil Engineering, Forestry, or Construction Management will be considered with relevant surveying coursework..

• Dependable, positive attitude, professional bearing, team player, long-term vision, and can-do attitude.

• Interpersonal skills to meet and communicate effectively with other team members.

• Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record.

• Able to spend a good deal of time working in outdoor elements.

Apply today and gain hands‑on land surveying experience that turns classroom learning into real‑world impact.

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison-Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we're a 100% employee-owned, Engineering News-Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative, sustainable solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and collaboration. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose-driven legacy committed to building a better future.

Morrison-Maierle is not accepting third-party or recruitment agency solicitation requests.

Morrison-Maierle is committed to diversity and inclusion, supported by compliance as an EEOC employer that ensures equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of protected class status.