Individual Placement - Archaeological/Cultural Resources Intern
Job Overview
Employment Type
Internship
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $33,600.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Defensive drive training
First aid/CPR
Interpretive skills
Duty travel reimbursement
Relocation travel reimbursement
Weekly living allowance
Flexible work schedule
Job Description
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers operates the Willamette Valley Project (WVP), a comprehensive water resource and environmental stewardship initiative spanning approximately 50,000 acres in the Willamette, McKenzie, and Santiam watersheds. This project includes the management and operation of 13 dams as well as the preservation of natural and cultural resources and recreational opportunities within the surrounding lands. The Environmental Stewardship Section of the WVP emphasizes community partnerships focused on natural and cultural resource preservation, restoration, and education. The team is dedicated to maintaining the integrity of archaeological sites, historic resources, and the overall ecological balance of the region through... Show More
Job Requirements
- ability to work outdoors in remote settings and inclement weather
- willingness and ability to work a 40-hour work week with shifts ranging from 8-10 hours
- ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- ability to navigate by maps, aerial photos, compass, and GPS
- attention to detail
- positive attitude
- willingness to cross-train with other departments
- ability to bring personal computer to office
- valid driver’s license and ability to report on time to the USACE Fern Ridge Lake office
Job Qualifications
- familiarity with anthropology, archaeology, cultural resources management, archival or museum studies, architectural history, or related fields
- effective written and verbal communication skills
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- interest in cultural and natural resources conservation
- knowledge of common spreadsheet and word processing programs
- valid driver’s license
Job Duties
- assist with conducting cultural resource surveys
- support public outreach efforts including developing presentations and educational materials
- research and archive historic records including cataloging and scanning documents
- monitor and document archaeological and built resources
- compile and map data for archaeological reports
- participate in outreach events for various audiences
- provide field support for natural resource programs such as botany and boundary surveys
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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