Cultural Resources Intern
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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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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.
Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Cultural Resources Intern, you will be responsible for completing archaeological site documentation, which includes feature and artifact identification and analyses; excavating shovel test pits (STPs); site descriptions; photographs; and mapping.
A Cultural Resources Intern will be required to perform the following tasks in the field:
- Must be able to 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)
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance
- Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
- Must 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
- Conduct archaeological surveys and testing
- Complete sketch maps of sites
- Complete field forms accurately and concisely
- Use hand-held GPS units
- Photograph resources
- Walk up to 6 miles a day
- Identify historic and prehistoric artifacts correctly
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History, or closely related field during Summer 2025.
- Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
- Attention to detail a must
- Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Basic Microsoft Office skills
- Candidates must 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.
- Preference given to local/regional candidates
- 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.
