Building surveying Jobs in Austin, TX

Who We Are

For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.

Your Impact at SAM

Are you ready to embark on a completely different world of surveying than what you have seen in class? Can you learn new technology on the fly? If so, this is the internship for you. Not only will you be able to explore the great outdoors and work with cutting-edge technology, you will have the unique opportunity to network with our leaders while working on projects.

The 2026 Summer Internship runs from May 18th - August 7th with locations across the US and housing stipend availability for students who meet eligibility requirements.

Efficiently and safely complete fieldwork by reviewing project plans from clients, engineers, and project managers

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the site by examining property records, deeds, and historical surveys

Utilize survey equipment such as total stations, GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors to accurately measure distances, angles, and elevations

Establish control points, benchmarks, and reference markers to ensure precise measurements

Progress from fieldwork to data processing, where you will learn to utilize software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other computer drafting software

Process collected data, create maps, and generate comprehensive survey reports for clients

What You Bring to SAM

Enrollment in a 2 or 4-year Land Surveying, Geomatics or relevant program

Aspiring Professional Surveyor

GPA of 2.5 or higher

Passionate about the outdoors and eager to explore different terrains

A positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow

Our Perks

Gain practical experience by working on diverse projects and contributing to impactful initiatives

Receive mentorship from expert professionals, learning the technical skills for success

Show off your SAM pride with exclusive SAM swag on your first day of the internship

Lunch with SAM's Leadership for a Q&A to learn more about SAM as a company and how to advance in your career

Embrace professional growth by joining our Intern Insights meetings with industry-leading experts throughout your internship

Chance to win a $4,000 scholarship by participating in our end of summer intern project -enhancing your leadership, problem-solving, and presentation skills

Opportunity to work part-time after internship

EEO

SAM is an EOE / Affirmative Action Employer M / F / D / V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.

Salary Maximum

USD $18.00 / per hour

Salary Minimum

USD $17.00 / per hour

Enrollment in a 2 or 4-year Land Surveying, Geomatics or relevant program

Aspiring Professional Surveyor

GPA of 2.5 or higher

Passionate about the outdoors and eager to explore different terrains

A positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow

Are you ready to embark on a completely different world of surveying than what you have seen in class? Can you learn new technology on the fly? If so, this is the internship for you. Not only will you be able to explore the great outdoors and work with cutting-edge technology, you will have the unique opportunity to network with our leaders while working on projects.

The 2026 Summer Internship runs from May 18th - August 7th with locations across the US and housing stipend availability for students who meet eligibility requirements.

Efficiently and safely complete fieldwork by reviewing project plans from clients, engineers, and project managers

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the site by examining property records, deeds, and historical surveys

Utilize survey equipment such as total stations, GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors to accurately measure distances, angles, and elevations

Establish control points, benchmarks, and reference markers to ensure precise measurements

Progress from fieldwork to data processing, where you will learn to utilize software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other computer drafting software

Process collected data, create maps, and generate comprehensive survey reports for clients