Student Archivist & Records Researcher

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a summer student for a position that involves general archiving and records management duties. Responsibilities include indexing archival records, scanning photographs, and researching local history. Candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary program, preferably in archival studies. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to work independently in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a student enrolled in a post-secondary program.
• Preference for those in archival or library studies.

Responsibilities

• Indexes archival records.
• Scans and indexes archival photographs.
• Researches local history.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Motivated and able to work in teams

Proficient in research

Proficiency in current software and internet usage

Courteous and tactful in dealing with the public

Education

Enrolled in a post-secondary program

Course in archival studies preferred

Job description

A municipal organization in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a summer student for a position that involves general archiving and records management duties. Responsibilities include indexing archival records, scanning photographs, and researching local history. Candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary program, preferably in archival studies. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to work independently in a team environment.