Geomatics Intern- Summer 2026 at VHB in Wethersfield, CT

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB’s Wethersfield, CT office is seeking a Geomatics Intern to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

• Perform various land surveying tasks under the direction of more senior Land Surveyors including: Operation, transport and setup of Total Stations (Manual and Robotic), Data Collectors, GPS, and other Land Surveying equipment.
• Reconnaissance and recovery of Land Surveying markers through use of hand tools, brush cutting, and digging.
• Ability to transport Land Surveying Equipment, navigate and traverse through difficult terrain, environments, and wooded areas with the assistance of a more senior Land Surveyor.
• Performs construction stakeout of proposed improvements, including the installation of stakes through use of sledgehammers and hand tools.
• Maintains proper care of all survey equipment.
• Documents all phases of survey work through clear field notes and data collection
• Land surveying including, but not limited to, Boundary, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Existing Conditions & Topographic survey, Construction layout, and utility surveys.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to learn the proper use of GPS equipment and Manual and or Robotic Instruments. Ability to learn mathematical concepts such as the fundamentals of geometry
• Understands the basics of Boundary Survey, Topographic, Construction, and Utility Surveys
• Able to think critically
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with survey staff and clients

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field)

Our best estimate of the hourly salary range for this position located is $19 to $30 per hour. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

Building what’s next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you’ll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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