Intern, Oral History & Archives

Key Responsibilities

• Aid in digitizing printed archival materials and photographs using Epson flatbed scanners.
• Support all phases of the Oral History Project, including research and interview preparation.
• Set up audiovisual equipment for oral history interviews and recordings.
• Enter metadata and catalog newly created oral history files and archival assets.
• Conduct archival and historical research related to oral history initiatives.
• Afford digital archive records and materials.
• Perform tasks assigned by a supervisor.
• Made recommendations for process improvements.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform focused and repetitive tasks with accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a graduate degree program in Library Science, Oral History, History, Archival Studies, or related fields.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous oral history or archival research experience.
• Previous scanning and digitization experience.
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or video editing software.
• Experience with ArchivesSpace.
• Previous experience in an educational or music-focused environment.
• Knowledge of jazz history.