Cultural Resources Intern - Environmental Services, Cultural Resources (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in a related field, have solid communication skills, and be prepared to walk long distances and dig shovel tests in diverse settings. Travel and a strong work ethic are expected.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related degree from an accredited program with at least one year of post-secondary education.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or archaeological/cultural resources experience preferred.
• Active involvement in campus, community or volunteer activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel and perform archaeological field work; walk up to 10 miles a day.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and Power Point presentation.
• Assist with responses to general questions.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.
• Present solutions to concerns.
• Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.
• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Self-motivated learner

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Anthropology/Archaeology/History

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

An Intern will work collaboratively with our teams to support a Burns & McDonnell Department, Global Practice or Regional Office. This position will provide support and assistance with requests in support of the business strategy.

Environmental Services

The Environmental Services group is responsible for the full life cycle of infrastructure development, from permitting new projects, to the remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater. They support a variety of clients including those in the transportation, manufacturing, industrial, oil and gas, chemical and utility spaces. They also work with municipal, state, and federal government clients.

Our Anthropology/Archaeology Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard archaeological techniques and procedures in the cultural resources management industry. Responsibilities include assisting with archaeological and historical pre-field investigation research and preparation, performing archaeological field studies in a variety of vibrant locales, practicing soil identification and description, assisting with archaeological site recording, conducting data and artifact analysis, GIS analysis, curation, preservation, and cataloging duties, and preparation of deliverables such as survey reports, site forms, and desktop reviews. Previous archaeological experience, such as a field school, is preferred. Geoarchaeological experience or interest is not required, but a plus. Previous GIS experience is not required, but a plus. Interns are expected to perform archaeological fieldwork, which could include walking up to 10 miles a day and digging shovel tests or hand auger tests in a variety of settings.

• Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and Power Point presentation.
• Assist with responses to general questions.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.
• Present solutions to concerns.
• Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.
• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related degree from an accredited program with at least one year of post-secondary education.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related archaeological/cultural resources experience preferred.
• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel and perform archaeological field work. Must be able to walk up to 10 miles a day and dig shovel tests in a variety of settings.
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment.

Compensation

$19.00-26.00 Hourly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The final agreed upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location.

Benefits

Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Burns & McDonnell’s sick leave program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job

Intern

Primary Location

US-CO-Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID

265061

Job Hire Type

Intern #LI-DNI #ENS