Historic Preservation Intern

This position will be filled at a salary no higher than the posted maximum salary.

Job Location: Central Office, 601 West Main, Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

The historic preservation intern can focus on either archaeology or architectural history (built environment). The archaeological duties will primarily focus on fieldwork, specifically survey and site testing with the possibility for site excavation. The work will involve the preparation of recovered artifacts for analysis and curation. Architectural historian duties focus on background research and how to evaluate buildings and bridges for their historic significance. Responsibilities performed under direct supervision.

A day in the life:

• Conduct background research to identify previously recorded cultural resources in project areas.
• Assist with archaeological investigations in proposed project areas, including Phase I (identification), Phase II (assessment), and Phase Excavation III (data recovery).
• Administer a project through the Section 106 process from initial project notifications to field work to completion of a final report.
• Process field data to assist the archaeologist in analysis and report production, including completion of field documentation and preparation of artifacts for analysis and curation.
• Photograph and evaluate architectural resources in project areas
• Create, maintain, and track artifact databases, develop queries, and assist in preparing technical reports.
• Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned.

What you'll need for success:

• Must be enrolled in a relevant bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree program; for engineering candidates, program must be ABET-accredited.
• Must possess, and maintain, an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher out of 4.0.
• Must have completed at least 30 credit hours.

Special working conditions and job characteristics:

• This is a wage, non-benefits eligible position, working no more than 1,039 hours per year.
• Typical working hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• The position can be physically demanding as it entails some work in adverse weather conditions, rough terrain, and near areas of moving vehicular traffic.

Why you'll love MoDOT:

• You'll play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States.
• You'll receive training opportunities and a chance to further your career, while working in an inclusive, flexible and friendly environment.
• You’ll be able to take advantage of many benefits for you and your family while providing service to others in a culturally diverse workplace. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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