2027 Intern - Research Archives

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas; Dallas (TX); In loco; USD 2.066.000 - 3.031.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Professional development opportunities

Networking across the District

Downtown location with free parking

On-site fitness center

On-site café and coffee shop

Descrizione del lavoro

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas is offering a graduate-level internship in the Research Information Services group. You will work with the Bank Archivist to process and describe both physical and digital archives, contributing to preservation and discovery efforts.

The internship runs roughly 10–12 weeks from mid-to-late May through August in Dallas, with dedicated staff mentorship and exposure to central banking research and services.

Competenze

• Enrolled in a Master’s degree program in library or information science at an ALA-accredited institution (MLS), graduating summer 2027 or later.
• Knowledge and interest in library and archives technology.
• Minimum of 15-20 credits in foundational library science coursework completed by the start of the internship.
• Must have attention to detail, initiative, and good communication skills.
• Should have a basic understanding of metadata.

Mansioni

• Process, describe, and preserve physical and digital collections within the Archives.
• Appraisal, arrangement and description of physical collections.
• Digital archival processes for born and digitized collections, using Preservica.
• Participate in preserving permanent and historical records and creating finding aids.
• Participate in artifact and digital asset management activities.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Library tech knowledge

Metadata basics

Formazione

MLS / MLIS or better

Descrizione del lavoro

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
We are dedicated to serving the public by promoting a strong financial system and a healthy economy for all. These efforts take a team of dedicated individuals doing many different jobs. Together we’re creating a workplace where talented people can thrive, and we welcome your unique background and perspective to help present the best possible solutions for our partners.
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ABOUT THE DALLAS FED

At the Dallas Fed we serve the public by partnering with communities and businesses, promoting jobs and stable prices, and keeping your money safe and available. We welcome different perspectives, ideas, and experiences. As part of the nation’s central bank, we are committed to improving the economy and our communities. Are you ready to make a difference?

Learn more about the Dallas Fed: www.dallasfed.org/fed.

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Internship Program

is a prestigious, cohort-based experience that attracts top talent from across the country for paid, full-time summer internships spanning majors and functional areas – from economic research and finance to Cash Services, IT, and beyond. While interns take on a specific functional role for the summer with meaningful work and opportunities to grow, the program offers much more than a single assignment. Dedicated staff mentors help launch your career, and curated cohort programming provides broad exposure to central banking, direct access to senior leaders and industry experts, and dedicated learning and development opportunities. As part of the Federal Reserve System, you'll also build a professional network of peers that spans the nation. The program runs approximately for 10-12 weeks, beginning in mid-to-late May and concluding in August. For this specific position, you will be located in the Dallas office.

Learn more about our internship program: www.dallasfed.org/internships.

ABOUT YOUR TEAM

The Research Information Services group within the Research Department is made up of archives, data services, library and research services and scholarly communications. The group specializes in managing information at all stages of the research life cycle by providing research consultation, procuring and assisting in discovery of data and information resources, and disseminating, promoting, and preserving the Bank’s research.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Dallas Fed Research Information Services group is offering an internship for graduate-level library or information science students to work with the Bank Archivist to process, describe, and preserve both physical and digital collections within the Archives. Projects may include:

• Appraisal, arrangement and description processes of physical collections.
• Digital archival processes for born and digitized collections, using Preservica.
• Participate in implementing preservation strategies for efficient retention and preservation of permanent and historical records.
• Creation of finding aids.
• Participate in artifact and digital asset management activities.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Enrolled in a Master’s degree program in library or information science at an ALA-accredited institution (MLS), graduating summer 2027 or later.
• Knowledge and interest in library and archives technology
• A minimum of 15-20 credits in foundational library science coursework completed by the start of the internship.
• Must have attention to detail, initiative, and good communication skills.
• Should have a basic understanding of metadata

OUR BENEFITS

• Professional development opportunities
• Broader networking opportunities across District
• Downtown location with free parking
• 24/7 on-site fitness center (Dallas & Houston Offices)
• On-site café and coffee shop

WORK HOURS

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (40 hours/ week). Some additional hours may be required.

NOTES

Participation in our internship program is a valuable learning opportunity and does not guarantee future employment.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S and the role is not available for sponsorship.
If you need special accommodation during your interview process, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.
Please submit applications by Monday, October 19.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Temporary

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Job Category

Internship Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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