The Cultural Resource Crew is your chance to gain real-world experience in cultural and land resource management while working in Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests.
Projects may include:
- Archaeological surveys
- Above-ground historic resource surveys
- Resource inventory
- Resource/site assessment
- Historic preservation work
Work alongside a small, dedicated team under expert guidance. This is a nine-month paid opportunity that includes paid time off, paid holidays, and more!
2026 Program Details
Program Dates
March 16 – November 25, 2026
Schedule
Monday – Wednesday, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday 7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pay
$17.31 per hour
Locations
Statewide
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18+ at the start of the program.
- Able to effectively live and work with other team members to achieve goals and contribute to team success.
- Open to working in both field and laboratory settings.
- Must be willing to work away from home most weeks.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from hitch locations throughout Pennsylvania.
- Must be a resident of Pennsylvania.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional interest in cultural resources management, anthropology, archaeology, history, historic preservation, or a related field.
- Experience writing for technical publication and public outreach.
- Experience in curation of archaeological or archival materials.