Cultural Resources Intern

Description

• Perform cultural resources data entry, artifact analysis, and reporting.
• Participate in field surveying, site recording, and archaeological map analysis.
• Follow State Historic Preservation Office and federal agency guidelines for fieldwork.
• Adhere to the safety program and promptly report hazards.
• Travel to remote field locations up to 75 % of the internship, carrying equipment up to 40 lb.

Requirements

Interns will experience a blend of field and office work, receiving mentorship from multidisciplinary cultural resources professionals and gaining exposure to industry standards and safety practices.

Field assignments may involve extensive travel to remote locations, demanding physical stamina and the ability to work in varied weather conditions. A valid driver’s license and willingness to complete pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing are required.

Familiarity with tools such as GPS devices, digital data collection platforms, and mapping software enhances the internship experience, and completion of an archaeological field school is considered advantageous.

• Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a four‑wheel‑drive vehicle on backcountry roads.
• Be enrolled in or have recently completed a degree program focused on cultural resource management or archaeology.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with GPS devices, digital data collection, and ArcGIS is advantageous.

Benefits

SWCA is a 100 % employee‑owned firm that values collaboration, continuous learning, and community contribution. Employees benefit from competitive wages, an employee stock ownership plan, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) profit‑sharing benefits.

Professional growth is supported through the Career Landscape initiative, conference attendance, education reimbursement, a Science and Leadership Program, and publication bonuses. The company is committed to salary equity, transparency, and providing accommodations for candidates with disabilities via [email protected].

• Receive $19.95 per hour, a 40‑hour work week, and access to SWCA’s health, retirement, and professional development benefits.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance