Cultural Resources Intern-WG

HDR, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. invites motivated students to join as Cultural Resources Intern in Austin, TX. You will gain real-world experience on archaeological projects and connect with company leaders through mentoring and professional programs.

Under supervision, you will assist with field and reporting work, desktop evaluations, surveys, and curation while developing essential skills in field methods, documentation, and teamwork within our employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Attention to detail a must
• Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Responsibilities

• Walk up to 6 miles a day in the field while recording cultural resources
• Perform field surveys, desktop evaluations and curation under supervision
• Assist project archeologists and crew chiefs as needed
• Complete sketch maps of sites and field forms accurately and concisely
• Use hand-held GPS units and photograph resources

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate in Archaeology or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Cultural Resources Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting archaeological projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of your Section Manager, Cultural Resource Specialists, or other professionals
• Assist with a variety of archeological field and reporting work, such as conducting desktop evaluations, field surveys, and curation
• Assist project archeologists and crew chiefs as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

A Cultural Resources Intern will be required to perform the following tasks in the field (with training):

• Walk up to 6 miles a day
• Record cultural resources in the field without any physical assistance (this could include hiking short distances in scrub and native vegetation and uneven ground conditions in high temperatures)
• Lift up to 25 pounds without assistance
• Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
• Have (or able to obtain) a valid Texas Driver's License
• Be able to operate a vehicle day or night
• Travel may be required at times
• Complete sketch maps of sites
• Complete field forms accurately and concisely
• Use hand-held GPS units
• Photograph resources

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field
• 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Be able to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (e.g., rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures).
• Candidates must also have good organizational skills, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and execute new tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Attention to detail a must
• Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Austin

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Temporary

BusinessClass: Cultural Resources

Job Posting: Sep 4, 2026