Archive Intern

Summary

Paid 9-week summer internship supporting the Archives and Merchandising team, focused on organizing, digitizing, and researching archival jewelry materials. Interns will collaborate on projects, develop a capstone presentation, and participate in professional development events.

Responsibilities

• Check physical items against a digital database to assess digitization needs
• Update metadata in various databases
• Organize and sort archive collections
• Fulfill internal requests for archive assets
• Assist archive staff with day-to-day tasks and needs
• Conduct research for new acquisitions and special projects
• Collaborate on team capstone project and presentations

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Currently enrolled or recently graduated graduate students in library science or related discipline preferred
• Passionate attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively following established workflows
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with ability to prioritize deadlines
• Understanding of archival standards, concepts, and best practices
• Interest in jewelry, gemology, and art history preferred