The Bienville National Forest is seeking two interns to assist with archaeological inventory surveys and report writing. Applicants should have basic knowledge of the methods and techniques of archaeology; communication skills, both oral and written; ability to perform work in an outdoor setting, using a variety of hand tools; ability to walk over rough terrain and frequent bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting for fieldwork; ability to sit for long periods of time and basic word processing skills for lab work; ability to work in extreme heat and humidity in environments where snakes, biting insects, and poison ivy are present.

Duties will include perform basic field excavations (i.e. shovel testing); including, but not limited to digging, mapping, photographing and preparing written descriptions; keep daily written record of work performed; sorting, washing, labeling and bagging artifacts; and perform data entry.

• US Citizenship
• Minimum of a bachelors in Anthropology/Archaeology is required, although Master is preferred
• Hold a valid driver’s license

SCA’s mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of the environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.