2026 Cultural Resource Internship

Hanson Professional Services•Indianapolis, IN

43d•$21 - $40

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern with a strong interest in archaeology, anthropology, historic preservation, or cultural resource management to join our environmental team. This internship offers hands-on experience in above and below ground cultural resource surveys, field documentation, archival research, laboratory processing, and regulatory compliance support. Desired location is Indianapolis, IN or Springfield, IL but would consider remote locations for the right candidate.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, Historic Preservation, or a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and travel to field sites.
Interest in cultural heritage preservation and environmental planning.

Nice To Haves

Experience with artifact analysis, building documentation, or field/lab work.
Knowledge of federal and state cultural resource regulations.
Basic proficiency in ArcGIS or similar mapping software.
Familiarity with GIS, GPS, and archaeological and/or historic preservation field methods.

Responsibilities

Assist with Phase I and II archaeological surveys and site documentation.
Assist with preliminary and phase I historic property surveys and reviews.
Conduct background research using state and federal databases.
Support preparation of technical reports and GIS mapping.
Participate in fieldwork under supervision, including archaeological surface and subsurface investigations, and above-ground resource documentation.
Participate in laboratory work under supervision, including artifact identification and cataloging, and historic property/building data processing.
Help ensure compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and other relevant regulations.
Collaborate with environmental scientists, historians, and engineers on multidisciplinary projects.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced cultural resource professionals.
Exposure to real-world environmental and infrastructure projects.
Networking opportunities and potential for future employment.
Exposure to related environmental fields and topics such as National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and environmental permitting.
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