**Working Title: Land Survey Intern** **Job Class: Intern** **Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources** + **Job ID** : 84113 + **Location** : Brainerd + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Intern + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 02/19/2025 + **Closing Date** : 03/11/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources + **Division/Unit** : Lands and Minerals + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Thursday + **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 40% of the time + **Salary Range:** $19.00 per hour + **Classified Status** : Non-Status + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 223 - Non-Employee/Unrepresented + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. This posting will be used to fill up to 2 internships in Brainerd, Minnesota. These positions are anticipated to begin in mid-April or Mid-May and run through August. Housing is not provided with any of these internships. These internships may require overnight travel. When traveling, lodging and transportation are provided, and cost of meals will be reimbursed. Regular workdays are Monday through Thursday from 7:00am to 5:30pm. Land Survey Interns will provide technical and physical assistance in surveying and mapping for the Division of Lands and Minerals Survey Section. Responsibilities include: + Assembling detailed project information for property surveys by plotting air photos, printing GLO plats, and scanning property maps. + Preparing land use maps using AutoCAD Civil 3D, performing mathematical computations, and compiling and analyzing data. + Assisting with boundary and topographic surveys by collecting data, utilizing GNSS/GPS and Conventional surveying methods. + Operating data collector and checking computations for any possible errors. + Assisting in establishing boundary lines of State property by flagging property corners and monuments, cutting brush, and communicating with private landowners. **Minimum Qualifications** To be eligible for an internship, you must meet the following requirements: + You must be a student at an accredited educational institution; AND + Your advisor must certify that you will either receive academic credit or fulfill an academic requirement. The signature of a sponsoring academic instructor is required prior to beginning an internship. AND + Majoring in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or closely related field. + Ability to work in adverse weather and environmental conditions. + Strong organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to compile data and communicate with the public. + Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D sufficient to create worksheets and make computations. + Mathematical skills sufficient to make accurate calculations and identify errors. + Navigation skills sufficient to travel through the field. + Ability to use standard land survey data collection tools (i.e. total station, automatic level, RTK GPS, and electronic metal locator). **Preferred Qualifications** + Knowledge of laws relative to land surveying. + Knowledge of geographic information systems, boundary law, and spatial analysis + Experience creating maps in AutoCAD Civil 3D. **Additional Requirements** This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record. Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status). It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: + Conflict of Interest Review + Criminal History Check + Education Verification + Employment Reference / Records Check + License / Certification Verification AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.