Cultural Resources / Field Archaeologist Intern - Summer 2027

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Cultural Resources / Field Archaeologist Intern for Summer 2027. You will assist on deep testing, Phase II/III mitigation, and Phase I surveys, with opportunities to travel primarily in the Midwest.

Duration ranges from 1–7 days per project, with potential for longer assignments and a strong focus on learning field methods. Through the internship program, you will gain hands-on experience applying college knowledge,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Prior internship and/or related archaeological experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Acquire practical experience applying knowledge from college courses, learn from industry experts, and collaborate with teams across locations and disciplines.
• Develop a robust professional network through social events and interactive activities.
• Collaborate closely with a mentor in your discipline to tackle real-world challenges.
• Participate in workshops to foster interpersonal skills and prepare for full-time careers.

Education

Current enrollment in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field

Job description

Cultural Resources / Field Archaeologist Intern - Summer 2027

Job Locations

US-IN-Indianapolis

Category

Co-Op / Intern

Type

As-Needed

Overview

As a Field Archaeologist Intern for Civil & Environmental Consultants, in our Indianapolis, IN office, you'll work on a variety of projects including deep testing, Phase II testing, Phase III mitigation, and Phase I surveys (pipeline, coal, road, renewable energy). You'll have the opportunity to travel primarily in the Midwest with possibilities of covering the South and Southeast. The duration of the projects will vary from 1-7 days and potentially longer. If you enjoy the outdoors, have an inquisitive mind, and aren't afraid to get dirty, then this is the opportunity for you. By the end of the internship, technicians can expect to have a functioning understanding of cultural resource management and the tasks involved. Applicants should expect to travel throughout the Midwest.

Through the CEC Internship Program, you will:

• Acquire practical experience applying knowledge from college courses, learn from industry experts, and collaborate with teams across functional groups and locations
• Develop a robust professional network through social events and interactive activities
• Collaborate closely with a mentor in your discipline to tackle real-world challenges
• Participate in workshops to help foster interpersonal skills within the workplace and prepare students for success in their full-time careers

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field
• Valid Driver's License
• Prior internship and/or related archaeological experience a plus

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the U.S. without sponsorship.

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.