Digital Archives Internship (Part-Time)

This is a year-long, part-time (28 hours per week during regular business hours) paid internship opportunity with the Church History Library.

About the role

Work with a fun, energetic, and dedicated team to gain experience in the archival and historical field. The intern will assist archivists in reviewing and preparing historical records for online publication.

Responsibilities

• Assist volunteers (missionaries) in reviewing manuscript collections for sacred, private, and confidential information in preparation for online publication.
• Prepare assignments and audit the work of volunteers.
• Mentor and train volunteers in various tasks, including basic computer skills.
• Review manuscript collections for sacred, private, and confidential information in preparation for online publication.
• Update and correct catalog entries and collection registers.
• Assist in managing a high-volume workflow.
• Learn and apply department record access policies.
• Participate in directed readings in Church history and professional literature related to archives and manuscripts.

Incumbent will work under the direction of the Access Services team lead in the Archives and Area Support Division of the Church History Department.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an educational institution or within one year following graduation.
• Must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter.
• Member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worthy to hold a temple recommend.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in history or allied field.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of historiography and sources of LDS Church History.
• Ability to read cursive and/or hard-to-read writing.
• Respect for confidentiality.
• Experience conducting research and/or working in an archive.
• Experience teaching and/or training (in any setting).
• Good communication skills and ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Ability to learn new concepts and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and Adobe Reader/Pro.
• Basic understanding of archival theory and practices.
• Willingness to dress and present oneself professionally.

Schedule

Part-time, 28 hours per week during regular business hours.

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Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. The Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.