Archaeologist and Historian Intern - Summer 2026

Archaeologist And/Or Historian Intern

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being under close supervision, assist departments by performing basic assignments in the areas including, but not limited to Science, Planning, Technology. This position is usually on a part-time, temporary, or co-op basis. Our New York city office is seeking an archaeologist and/or historian intern for summer 2026. Relocation and housing are not provided for this role.

What You'll Do:

• Performs a variety of tasks which may be specific to a particular functional area of activity such as preparing reports, tracking and evaluating results, coordinating program developments, answering the phone, receiving messages, transmitting information, making copies, editing documents, handling routine inquires and making appointments.
• Participates in meetings and interfaces with various teams.
• Assists management in analyzing various data.
• Works on special projects and provides research as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus enrolled in a related undergraduate or graduate program

What You'll Bring:

• Experience conducting historic resource surveys and fieldwork, including preparing survey reports, assessing effects, and developing related documentation in compliance with preservation standards

What We Prefer:

• Pursuing a Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Heritage Preservation, Historic Preservation, History, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act and the National Historic Preservation Act
• Previous internship experience
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• GIS skills
• Strong interest in transportation and infrastructure

Locations:

New York, NY

The approximate pay range for New York is $18.65 - $34.97. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.