Archival Aide (Student Position)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University is seeking an Archival Aide to assist in the University Archives with digitization, organization, and preservation of historical records. This student position offers hands-on experience in archival practices and public service.

Ideal for students interested in history, libraries, museums, or information science; incumbents gain exposure to archival workflows in a university setting and support access to special collections.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled university student or eligible for fall employment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs repeatedly.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely.
• Dependable and punctual with good organizational skills.
• Comfort working in dusty or archival storage environments.

Responsibilities

• Digitize archival materials, including photographs, documents, yearbooks, newspapers, audiovisual materials, and other historical records using scanners and related equipment.
• Move archival collections within storage areas following safe lifting procedures.
• Perform basic image processing, file organization, quality control, and naming of digital files according to established procedures.
• Assist with the physical arrangement and description of archival collections under the supervision of archives staff.
• Handle archival materials with care while following preservation and security guidelines.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Punctual

Lifts up to 40 lbs

Organizational skills

Job description

Job no: 498123
Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Archival Aide(Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Department: 44- FLITE

Advertised Salary: $13.73-$13.99

Summary of Position: The University Archives seeks a reliable, detail-oriented student assistant to help preserve and provide access to the university's historical records and special collections. Student assistants gain hands-on experience in archival practices while assisting with digitization projects, collection organization, preservation activities, and public service. This position is ideal for students interested in history, libraries, museums, records management, public history, or information science.

Position Requirements: Currently enrolled university student or eligible for fall employment
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs repeatedly
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely
Dependable and punctual with good organizational skills
Comfort working in dusty or archival storage environments

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Digitize archival materials, including photographs, documents, yearbooks, newspapers, audiovisual materials, and other historical records using scanners and related equipment
Help move archival collections within storage areas following safe lifting procedures
Perform basic image processing, file organization, quality control, and naming of digital files according to established procedures.
Assist with the physical arrangement and description of archival collections under the supervision of archives staff.
Handle archival materials with care while following preservation and security guidelines

Number of Positions Available: 2

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Class Schedule

Job Close Date: September 4, 2026

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Aff…

Advertised: 17 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 04 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time