Geomatics Internship - May 2027

The Opportunity

Join McElhanney’s internship program starting in May 2027, where you'll discover the direction you want to take your career by gaining hands-on experience in both field and office settings. We connect you with industry-leading mentors and a cohort of top-tier students across Canada. We are hiring for our Fort St. John branch, where you’ll support field and office work across a variety of Land Surveying and Geomatics projects. Our interns work with multidisciplinary teams to apply what they’ve learned in school and assist with project delivery. From field operations to office-based data processing, you’ll develop the skills and training necessary to solve real-world problems.

Our team fosters a welcoming environment that encourages learning, growth, and building meaningful relationships. More importantly, we’ve cultivated a fun and inclusive culture, making McElhanney a workplace where our interns often choose to build long-term careers after graduation. Additionally, we’ve created programs to nurture the growth of future leaders. We’re proud of our reputation for developing talent and maintaining a positive, friendly, and rewarding work environment.

Join McElhanney, a firm with big company opportunities and a small company feel!

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the use of GNSS receivers, total stations and digital levels.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to prepare files, plans, maps, field notes, and survey data for project delivery.
• Research plans, titles, documents, and related geospatial information.
• Maintain, clean, monitor, and report the condition of equipment and vehicles.
• Work in both office and field environments across Fort St. John and surrounding project sites, gaining exposure to a variety of surveying and geomatics projects.
• Learn about and operate emerging technologies, including Remote Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), 3D laser scanning, reality capture tools, and other advanced geomatics equipment.
• Participate in McElhanney’s industry-leading safety practices to meet and exceed client needs, ensuring that our teams "Think Safe, Work Safe, and Get Home Safe.

Practice Areas You’ll Focus On

As part of your experience, you’ll gain exposure to Land Surveying and Geomatics projects, geomatics technology, and potentially ground disturbance-related work, depending on project needs. You’ll build practical knowledge and technical skills while working on real-world projects with support from experienced team members.

• Projects: Gain exposure to field and office work, supporting project teams with data collection, calculations, plans, and related project deliverables.
• Geomatics Technology: Gain exposure to modern survey and geomatics tools, including GNSS, robotic total stations, digital levels, drones, 3D laser scanning, reality capture tools, and related data processing.
• Ground Disturbance: Where project needs allow, gain exposure to ground disturbance processes, line locating support, and One Call documentation.

What You’ll Bring

• Enrolled in a Diploma or Degree program in Geomatics
• Ability to work in a variety of outdoor settings including wilderness/backcountry environments for extended periods with varied hours.
• A willingness and ability to travel and work out of town.
• Ability to work on busy sites with varied terrain and ability to lift heavy equipment.
• Previous work experience working in outdoors environments is an asset.
• Attention to detail, good judgement and clear communication skills.
• Modern technical aptitude and an interest in advanced reality capture, GIS, geospatial, or geomatics technologies are an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License.

What Can We Offer You?

The wage range for this position is $22 - $28 per hour. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.
• M‑POWER Scholarship Program: eligible students can access scholarships of up to $5,000, one-on-one mentorship with industry professionals, and consideration for internship placements to help launch their career. Learn more about our scholarships at: mcelhanney.com/scholarships.
• Student Education Support (SES): High-performing interns may receive financial assistance toward tuition, fees, and supplies to support their ongoing education.
• Shape Your Experience: access to employee-led internal committees like EDI, Women at McElhanney, and the Young Professionals Program, where you can build networks, share perspectives, and contribute to positive change.
• Mentorship: Access to industry-leading mentors from a multidisciplinary team.
• Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable.

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.