Orange, VA · On-site
$18.36/hr
... staff interns, be an active part of the LEARN public archaeology programs at Montpelier, and teach lab processes to the Summer Archaeology Field School. This position pays $18.36 an hour with an ...
Orange, VA · On-site
$18.36/hr
... staff interns, be an active part of the LEARN public archaeology programs at Montpelier, and teach lab processes to the Summer Archaeology Field School. This position pays $18.36 an hour with an ...
Orange, VA · On-site
$18.36/hr
... staff interns, be an active part of the LEARN public archaeology programs at Montpelier, and teach lab processes to the Summer Archaeology Field School. This position pays $18.36 an hour with an ...
Orange, VA · On-site
$18.36/hr
... staff interns, be an active part of the LEARN public archaeology programs at Montpelier, and teach lab processes to the Summer Archaeology Field School. This position pays $18.36 an hour with an ...
$50K - $55K/yr
May be a direct supervisor of students and interns. Works as a member of the archaeological team. Qualifications: * Advanced archaeological or anthropological degree required. * Three (3) years ...
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$50K - $55K/yr
May be a direct supervisor of students and interns. Works as a member of the archaeological team. Qualifications: * Advanced archaeological or anthropological degree required. * Three (3) years ...
Boise, ID · On-site
$34.37 - $37.79/hr
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Develops and delivers training and public presentations on Section 106, Idaho archaeology, and ... Trains and supervises SHPO and ASI interns assisting in the collection's duties described above.
Boise, ID · On-site
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Develops and delivers training and public presentations on Section 106, Idaho archaeology, and ... Trains and supervises SHPO and ASI interns assisting in the collection's duties described above.
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The Program also supports academic development of humanities scholars, through its student internship program in local history and archaeology. As part of the Anne Arundel County Cultural Resources ...
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The Program also supports academic development of humanities scholars, through its student internship program in local history and archaeology. As part of the Anne Arundel County Cultural Resources ...
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Your Credentials and Experience Bachelor's degree or higher in Anthropology or Archaeology from an accredited university 1-year minimum relevant experience (i.e., field school, internship, lab ...
Annapolis, MD · On-site
$70K - $137K/yr
The Program also supports academic development of humanities scholars, through its student internship program in local history and archaeology. As part of the Anne Arundel County Cultural Resources ...
Annapolis, MD · On-site
$70K - $137K/yr
The Program also supports academic development of humanities scholars, through its student internship program in local history and archaeology. As part of the Anne Arundel County Cultural Resources ...
Pasadena, CA · On-site
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Your Credentials and Experience Bachelor's degree or higher in Anthropology or Archaeology from an accredited university 1-year minimum relevant experience (i.e., field school, internship, lab ...
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Your Credentials and Experience Bachelor's degree or higher in Anthropology or Archaeology from an accredited university 1-year minimum relevant experience (i.e., field school, internship, lab ...
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Your Credentials and Experience Bachelor's degree or higher in Anthropology or Archaeology from an accredited university 1-year minimum relevant experience (i.e., field school, internship, lab ...
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An Archaeology Internship is a temporary position designed to provide hands-on experience in archaeological research, fieldwork, and laboratory analysis. Interns may assist with excavations, artifact cataloging, site surveys, and data analysis under the supervision of experienced professionals. These internships help students and early-career individuals develop skills in archaeological methods, gain practical field experience, and build connections within the discipline. Opportunities may be available through universities, museums, cultural resource management firms, or government agencies.
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As an Archaeology Intern, you may participate in a variety of tasks including field surveys, artifact cataloging, laboratory analysis, data entry, and report preparation. Your daily activities could involve assisting with excavations, maintaining field notes, sorting and cleaning finds, and using mapping or recording technology. Interns often work closely with professional archaeologists and other interns, gaining hands-on experience in both outdoor and indoor settings. This role provides vital exposure to real-world archaeological practices and offers a great learning opportunity for those considering a career in cultural resource management or academia.
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$18.36/hr
Full-time
Posted 22 days ago
Work as part of a mission and value driven team in carrying out all elements of the archaeological lab process in order to improve our understanding of the cultural resources of James Madisons Montpelier the home and the plantation. Work with the archaeology staff to conduct archaeological artifact and soil sample processing, iron conservation, and collections management work, interpret this information to the visiting public on a day-to-day basis, supervise archaeology staff interns, be an active part of the LEARN public archaeology programs at Montpelier, and teach lab processes to the Summer Archaeology Field School. This position pays $18.36 an hour with an average of 35 hours per week (full time)
This position provides on property housing at Arlington House. The Archaeology team is dedicated to professional development and providing opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career. DUTIES Learn from the archaeology staff, continue to build on and hone skills learned through previous archaeological field and lab experiences.
Check-in and accessioning of archaeological samples into the archaeology lab. Post-excavation organizing and processing of archaeological materials in the archaeology lab (water-screening, floating, finds washing, gradient sorting, picking, cataloging, iron conservation). Assist Archaeology Lab Director in supervising, instructing, and educating volunteers and staff interns in the lab, students during Montpeliers archaeological field school, and the LEARN Archaeology public expedition program participants.
Maintenance of databases related to archaeological collections, storage, and the archaeology study collection. Engage with the public in a polite and professional manner as one informs them of archaeological processes and historical concepts. This includes visitors at the archaeological site, archaeology lab, and using social media.
Engage in descendant collaboration regarding Montpeliers archaeological work with the Montpelier Descendants Committee members. Work a varying weekly schedule that may include occasional weekends (not to exceed 70 hours per pay period). Maintain and care for the Community Archaeology Lab at Montpeliers offices and lab space as well as the residence at Arlington House.
Work as part of a value driven team to further the goals of the Archaeology Department and mission of The Montpelier Foundation. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates will be required to have a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field.
Must have attended an accredited historical archaeology field school. Must have archaeological experience or training working in or with archaeological collections from the Virginia Piedmont. Must have archaeological experience working with 18th-19th century archaeological artifacts of Virginia.
Familiarity with Montpeliers Archaeology Lab processes and collections management protocols strongly encouraged. Must be able to effectively communicate, teach, and supervise archaeological lab techniques to untrained public, volunteers, and students. Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel and Access).
Ability to be organized and efficient both independently and in group work environments. Willingness to adhere to The Values of The Montpelier Archaeology Department. Valid Drivers license.
Acceptable background check.
