Description:
Schedule: Monday through Thursday.
Dates: 05-07-2019 - 08-16-2019
Agency: United States Forest Service (USFS)
Location: Fredonia, AZ
Overview:
Interns will work with Kaibab National Forest archaeologists on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon/Utah/Arizona border. The forest has a diverse and dynamic cultural resource program with thousands of archaeological sites under management. The intern will gain exposure to federal cultural resource management practices and the US Forest Service as well as the variety of artifacts and site types located in the four corners region.
Shared government housing/bunkhouse may be available at the Jacob Lake, Arizona for approximately $5.60 per day. This housing may require sharing a room. Housing is for employees only. No pets or overnight visitors are permitted.
Start and end dates may be negotiable depending on student's availability.
Position Responsibilities:
Primary duties will entail assisting archaeologists in archaeological survey, recording (including site mapping and GPS usage), monitoring sites, data entry, as well as participating in public outreach events and gaining exposure to other disciplines within the agency.
Qualifications:
Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team setting. Capable of working independently on assignments with minimal supervision. Upon completion of training, ability to collect and enter basic archaeological site and artifact data into forest data collection systems (computer, camera, GPS). Willing to work outdoors in the National Forest. Capable of hiking across uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions carrying a field pack, water, and personal supplies.
Application Instructions:
- Go to https://go.suu.edu/iic
- Click on “Apply Today”
- Fill in the online application
- Attach all other requested documents
- Send to the appropriate hiring manager