Intern - Land Surveying
Position Purpose
Provide learning opportunities for college students to gain hands-on experience in land surveying and rights-of-way operations. This internship supports MGE’s Rights of Way and Surveying team with fieldwork, legal research, and CAD drafting while building foundational knowledge and professional skills in surveying and utility operations.
Core Responsibilities
- Assist surveyors with topographic, as-built, and boundary surveys.
- Support construction staking activities using traditional and GNSS survey methods.
- Locate and document existing property monumentation.
- Perform legal research to assist with compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to drafting legal descriptions and CAD drawings for projects.
- Complete assigned project work with accuracy, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Present project findings or deliverables at the end of the internship period.
Behavioral Competencies
- Communicates Effectively – Shares information clearly and concisely; listens and responds appropriately.
- Collaborates – Works effectively with others to achieve common goals.
- Action Oriented – Takes on new opportunities and challenges with enthusiasm.
- Nimble Learning – Actively learns through experimentation and feedback.
- Situational Adaptability – Adjusts approach to match changing conditions or priorities.
Skills
- Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or associate degree program in Civil Engineering Technology, Surveying, or a related field.
Benefits of an Internship with MGE
- Convenient Location: MGE is a local employer with easy access via bike paths and public transportation. Free on-site parking is also available.
- Meaningful Work: Interns engage in hands-on, impactful projects that provide valuable experience across various business functions.
- Competitive Compensation: Interns receive fair and competitive pay that reflects the value of their contributions.
- Career Advancement: MGE offers a strong pathway to full-time employment, with a high rate of intern-to-employee conversion following graduation.
Work Schedule
- Full-time (40 hours/week) during summer: mid-May through early September.
- Mix of field and in-office activities.
Applications for summer 2026 internships will be reviewed on a rolling basis.