Entry Level Archaeologist

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AECOM is actively seeking an organized and highly motivated individual for employment as an Entry Level Archaeologist to be based in Orange or Los Angeles, California office. This position will support our Environmental Planning & Permitting team within our Environment business line. This position is primarily a field position for survey and monitoring projects in the Orange/Los Angeles area.

This position is expected to begin in Spring 2026.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Performing cultural resources monitoring, surveys, testing and data recovery, recording of archaeological resources, and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Assisting with lab analysis, setting up and operating Geographic Information Systems (GIS) equipment, and maintaining proper field notes and equipment.
• Recording field data and providing observation and interpretations of it.
• Completing specific project tasks including the technical or logistical aspects of delivering specific components of a project’s scope, meeting with team members to gauge progress toward schedule, scope and budget.

AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Los Angeles, California October 29-30. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2026. 

The event kicks off on Wednesday evening with a networking mixer from 6-8 pm, where you can hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines.

On Thursday, interviews will take place at either our Los Angeles or Orange office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

If you're a college student majoring in a field indicated below and graduating in December 2025 or Spring 2026, we'd love to hear from you!

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Anthropology or Archaeology or closely related field.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. 
• As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and as part of the larger cultural resources team.
• Completion of a university-based archaeological field school, and relevant experience in related role.
• Experience with CAD, GIS, Global Positioning System (GPS), and/or Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop.
• Relevant field experience in Southern California.
• Excellent proactive communication skills in terms of responsiveness, detailed assessments, and risk management.
• Flexibility to travel on overnight or long-term projects.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Travel of 50% may be required for this position.
• This position offers a hybrid work schedule which includes office work in Orange or Los Angeles, California. The selected candidate must be available to work in Orange or Los Angeles, California on a scheduled basis.

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