2026 Summer Survey Assistant

BKF is looking for surveying interns in multiple offices!

BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years.

At BKF, you’ll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. We are proud to be recognized with the Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row.

BKF is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Surveying Interns to join our team across our Sacramento, CA and Modesto, CA offices for the summer! This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in land surveying to gain hands-on experience and develop their technical skills. Your responsibilities will include:

• Geometric calculations and plotting (cross-sections, profiles, etc.)
• Routine hydraulics calculations
• Site grading calculations and plotting
• Computer and CAD systems usage
• Research/data collection from public agencies
• Prepare construction staking calculations by reading plans and interpreting CAD files.
• Create mapping deliverables including boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, plats, and legal descriptions.
• Post-processing field data collected via Total Station, GPS, levels, 3D laser scanners, and unmanned aerial systems.
• Building 3D models of sites and structures for owners, architects, engineers, and contractors.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a B.S. program in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited curriculum or equivalent
• 1–2 years of academic coursework in civil engineering and/or internship experience
• Strong communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Basic understanding of Surveying and/or Geomatics
• Ability to follow technical direction and collaborate effectively
• Familiarity with CAD software and hydraulic modeling tools (preferred)
• Experience conducting field investigations or working with public agencies (preferred)

Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.

Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $23.03 - $31.49
• Opportunity work on iconic projects along the West Coast
• Enjoy tasty snacks and drinks every day, plus weekly office meals
• Join a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Benefit from unlimited training opportunities, BKF Academy, and our SPARK mentorship program
• Experience a vibrant company culture with engaging events and activities
• Get involved in Employee Resource Groups for a welcoming atmosphere for all

BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

BKF Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter.