WSP
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Temporary On Call Archaeology Field Technician for exciting projects in the Williamsburg, Virginia area for the duration of the 2026 winter/spring season. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Cultural Resource Team and become a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their cultural resource challenges.
WSP is currently looking to fill an hourly, project‑based position. This temporary archaeological field technician (heritage resource specialist) position will work with senior archaeologists, field supervisors, architectural historians, and other environmental staff to expand existing and new client relationships and contribute to WSP’s capacity and reputation in the environmental and engineering marketplace. Compensation will be commensurate with credentials and experience. 0–2 years of field experience is preferred. Positions are temporary, with a maximum duration of 3 months.
The successful candidate will work with environmental and heritage/cultural resources specialists throughout the Mid‑Atlantic. Current and upcoming archaeological project contributions are needed in Virginia. This position is expected to take an active role in conducting fieldwork and supporting the collection and preparation of digital data for reporting findings. The successful candidate will have experience with field survey, including the excavation of shovel test pits, and the logging of soils, and the collection and logging of artifacts. Experience in the Eastern US is preferred but not required.
Your Impact
Assist with field projects during all phases of archaeological testing (primarily Phase I and II) by performing pedestrian reconnaissance, shovel tests, test‑unit excavation supervised by a Field Director
Document findings through detailed note taking including Munsell soil descriptions and completing field forms
Collect and log prehistoric and historic artifacts
Work as part of a team
Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Who You Are Required Qualifications
Undergraduate coursework in anthropology, archaeology, historic preservation, or related field
Archaeological field school – can be substituted by a 3‑month professional experience or completion of an Archaeological Technician Certification program
0–2 years of experience in performing cultural resources services in a field, office, or laboratory setting
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment
Attention to detail and excellent written communication skills
Self‑motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and be able to follow instructions
Ability to perform Phase I survey and carry up to 25 lbs. of personal gear and company equipment
Experience identifying and analyzing a wide variety of archaeological materials from prehistoric and historic‑period archaeological sites in the field
Preferred Qualifications
B.A./B.S. degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field
0–2 years of previous field work experience in the eastern US
Willingness to travel to remote project sites with overnight stay
Reliable transportation for travel to projects inside and outside of Virginia; project travel is reimbursed in accordance with company policy
Experience washing and labeling artifact collections
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation Expected Salary: $23.66–29.62 per hour. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.
WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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WSP is currently looking to fill an hourly, project‑based position. This temporary archaeological field technician (heritage resource specialist) position will work with senior archaeologists, field supervisors, architectural historians, and other environmental staff to expand existing and new client relationships and contribute to WSP’s capacity and reputation in the environmental and engineering marketplace. Compensation will be commensurate with credentials and experience. 0–2 years of field experience is preferred. Positions are temporary, with a maximum duration of 3 months.
The successful candidate will work with environmental and heritage/cultural resources specialists throughout the Mid‑Atlantic. Current and upcoming archaeological project contributions are needed in Virginia. This position is expected to take an active role in conducting fieldwork and supporting the collection and preparation of digital data for reporting findings. The successful candidate will have experience with field survey, including the excavation of shovel test pits, and the logging of soils, and the collection and logging of artifacts. Experience in the Eastern US is preferred but not required.
Your Impact
Assist with field projects during all phases of archaeological testing (primarily Phase I and II) by performing pedestrian reconnaissance, shovel tests, test‑unit excavation supervised by a Field Director
Document findings through detailed note taking including Munsell soil descriptions and completing field forms
Collect and log prehistoric and historic artifacts
Work as part of a team
Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Who You Are Required Qualifications
Undergraduate coursework in anthropology, archaeology, historic preservation, or related field
Archaeological field school – can be substituted by a 3‑month professional experience or completion of an Archaeological Technician Certification program
0–2 years of experience in performing cultural resources services in a field, office, or laboratory setting
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment
Attention to detail and excellent written communication skills
Self‑motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and be able to follow instructions
Ability to perform Phase I survey and carry up to 25 lbs. of personal gear and company equipment
Experience identifying and analyzing a wide variety of archaeological materials from prehistoric and historic‑period archaeological sites in the field
Preferred Qualifications
B.A./B.S. degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field
0–2 years of previous field work experience in the eastern US
Willingness to travel to remote project sites with overnight stay
Reliable transportation for travel to projects inside and outside of Virginia; project travel is reimbursed in accordance with company policy
Experience washing and labeling artifact collections
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation Expected Salary: $23.66–29.62 per hour. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.
WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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