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Your Opportunity

The Stantec team is seeking qualified Archaeological Intern to be based out of the Indianapolis Area. The variety of work tasks for the intern is expected to be broad, and we are interested in an individual who is adaptive and flexible.

As an Archaeological Intern, you will play a role in supporting field programs with a primary focus on cultural resources and archaeological investigations. This position provides the opportunity to work on unique and diverse projects while ensuring compliance with ethical and professional standards. This position requires the ability to work outdoors in urban and remote locations and for extended periods under all weather conditions. Stantec is committed to workplace safety and maintaining safe work practices.

Location: While based in the Indianapolis metro area, this position can include some level of local travel throughout Indiana. Applicants residing within an hour of Indianapolis are strongly encouraged to apply, though candidates from farther away may also be considered.

The internship will not exceed 20 hours per week. Schedule accommodation for students enrolled in course work can be discussed with supervisor.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of archaeological resources and regulations.

• Support excavation, documentation, and data processing.

• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks, including walking, hiking, and carrying loads up to 50 pounds.

• Assist with artifact analysis.

• Assist technical staff with various project tasks.

• Actively participate in Stantec’s health and safety programs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to keep clear and concise field notes (including standardized forms).

• Willingness and ability to work with a diverse team.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Education and Experience

• Actively earning a bachelor’s degree (minimum) or master’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or related field, and a minimum of 2 years of related undergraduate coursework. Minimum high school diploma.

• Working knowledge of Midwest/Great Lakes archaeology and field methods is preferred.

• Valid driver’s license.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | IN | Indianapolis
Organization: BC-1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Part time
Job Posting: 03/02/2026 10:02:30
Req ID: 1004115

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