STEM OPT Land Surveyor Jobs
Land Surveyor roles in civil engineering, construction, and geospatial services qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. The 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months of total work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and you complete a formal I-983 training plan.
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Kimley-Horn's Porland, Oregon (OR) office is seeking a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) with 2+ years of experience to join their Survey team.
Responsibilities:
- Use AutoCAD Civil 3D software to produce detailed subdivision maps, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and other various survey related maps or exhibits
- Research boundary and easement title documents and perform boundary analysis
- Use field crew data files (points), field sketches, photos and reference maps to create surveys
- Prepare legal descriptions and exhibits for right of way, easements, acquisition parcels, etc.
- Additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associates Degree and/or 32 hours of survey related courses
- Related Bachelors Degree Preferred
- Certified LSIT, with eligibility to get PLS within 5 years
- Working knowledge of Civil 3D
- Prior relevant experience
- Strong communication and technical skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
- This is an in-person role
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
KEY BENEFITS AT KIMLEY-HORN:
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Overview:
Kimley-Horn's Porland, Oregon (OR) office is seeking a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) with 2+ years of experience to join their Survey team.
Responsibilities:
- Use AutoCAD Civil 3D software to produce detailed subdivision maps, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and other various survey related maps or exhibits
- Research boundary and easement title documents and perform boundary analysis
- Use field crew data files (points), field sketches, photos and reference maps to create surveys
- Prepare legal descriptions and exhibits for right of way, easements, acquisition parcels, etc.
- Additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associates Degree and/or 32 hours of survey related courses
- Related Bachelors Degree Preferred
- Certified LSIT, with eligibility to get PLS within 5 years
- Working knowledge of Civil 3D
- Prior relevant experience
- Strong communication and technical skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
- This is an in-person role
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
KEY BENEFITS AT KIMLEY-HORN:
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Land Surveyor
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Surveying-related degrees typically fall under Civil Engineering or Geomatics, but your DSO confirms the exact match before you file.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask the hiring manager directly whether the firm is enrolled in E-Verify before you negotiate an offer. Public-works contractors and federal project primes are often already enrolled; small private survey firms frequently are not.
Target firms with active DOL LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Land Surveyor postings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you're only applying where STEM OPT sponsorship is already operationally familiar.
Build an I-983 training plan around licensure milestones
Frame your I-983 training objectives around specific learning outcomes tied to your state's Professional Land Surveyor licensure requirements. Connecting on-the-job training goals to NCEES exam preparation gives the plan concrete, verifiable benchmarks.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Pull the prevailing wage for your SOC code and county from the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation. STEM OPT doesn't legally require prevailing wage, but underpaying relative to local rates can complicate a future H-1B visa LCA filing.
Time your extension filing to avoid authorization gaps
Submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. A timely filing triggers an automatic 180-day cap-gap extension so you can keep working without interruption while USCIS adjudicates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Land Surveyor role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. The role itself doesn't trigger STEM OPT eligibility. Your degree's CIP code must appear on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Civil Engineering, Geomatics, and Geographic Information Science degrees commonly qualify. Your DSO verifies the match and authorizes the extension through SEVIS before you file with USCIS.
Does my Land Surveyor employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT employers, and it's the applicant's responsibility to confirm it before accepting an offer. You can verify enrollment by asking HR directly or checking the E-Verify employer search tool. Employers who are not enrolled cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT EAD, regardless of their willingness to hire internationally.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for a Land Surveyor position?
The I-983 must document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just a job description. For Land Surveyor roles, that typically means outlining goals around boundary analysis, geodetic control, or geospatial data processing. Your employer's supervisor signs off on the plan, and you update it with USCIS and your DSO at the 12-month midpoint. Generic plans citing only job duties are frequently flagged for revision.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery before my STEM OPT ends?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap provisions automatically extend your OPT work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. USCIS does not issue a new EAD for cap-gap; your expired EAD, I-20 extension, and I-797 receipt notice together serve as proof of continued authorization.
How do I find Land Surveyor jobs where employers already understand STEM OPT?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters Land Surveyor postings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and DOL filing history. This narrows your list to firms that have already navigated OPT or H-1B sponsorship, which shortens the employer education process and reduces the risk of an offer falling through over unfamiliarity with STEM OPT compliance requirements.