Architectural Historian Intern

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking an Architectural Historian Intern to join our Atlanta, GA team. Key responsibilities include conducting field surveys for historic properties and preparing technical reports regarding historic properties in support of transportation, planning, and land development projects.

This position will consist of extensive travel to sites across Georgia in various weather conditions with fieldwork tasks subject to project needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cultural resource identification and evaluation surveys for public and private sector clients under the guidance of an experienced historian

Skills and Attributes

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Detail-orientated with the ability to effectively convey technical information
• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently with guidance
• Excellent research, writing, editing, and photography abilities

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelors or master’s degree in Architectural History or closely related discipline
• Proficiency in MS Office suite is preferred
• Experience with GIS software is preferred
• A valid US driver’s license

VHB does not provide housing for internships.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.