Archival Processing Intern – Art Archives (9 Weeks)

Wayne State University; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 33 062; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

An art foundation in New York City is seeking an Intern Assistant Archivist for a temporary position focused on an archival processing project. The intern will be responsible for surveying materials, assessing provenance, and completing the processing per established archival workflows. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a background in information sciences or art history. This part-time internship offers a competitive wage of $24 per hour for a duration of 9 weeks.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a junior or senior in college or university.
• Experience working in an art or archive-holding institution.
• Knowledge of archival practices and preservation.

Responsabilités

• Undertake archival processing project for 9 weeks.
• Conduct survey and assess materials.
• Refolder, rebox, and update tracking documentation.

Connaissances

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

Strong interpersonal skills

Working knowledge of archival theory

Familiarity with art history

Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to lift materials up to 40 lbs

Formation

Currently enrolled full-time at a college or university

Preferred in Library and Information Sciences, Art History, or Museum Studies

Description du poste

An art foundation in New York City is seeking an Intern Assistant Archivist for a temporary position focused on an archival processing project. The intern will be responsible for surveying materials, assessing provenance, and completing the processing per established archival workflows. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a background in information sciences or art history. This part-time internship offers a competitive wage of $24 per hour for a duration of 9 weeks.