Archival Digitization Assistant — Student

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

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.