Archives Intern: Digitization & Research in Art Museum

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas invites applications for an Archives Intern. Under the Director of Library and Archives, you will assist with arrangement, digitization, and description of archival collections, including the Dr. Francis V.

O’Connor Research Collection. The ideal candidate studies library science, art history, or related fields, has strong written and oral communication, and is eager to learn digital workflows, comply with confidentiality, and

Qualifications

• Academic background in library or information science, art history, or a related field.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Knowledge of Microsoft apps is required; familiarity with archival databases (ArchivEra) and digitization equipment/software is a plus.
• A background check is required.
• Must maintain confidentiality of all non‑public museum information.
• Possible course credit can be negotiated with Intern’s departmental supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assist Library and Archives staff with the assessment, arrangement, and stabilization of physical records by creating inventories, conducting research, and rehousing materials.
• Digitize archival records; name, describe, and organize digital files.
• Assist in the creation of archival database records and collection finding aids.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Confidentiality and discretion

Dependable and punctual

Microsoft Office

ArchivEra familiarity

Tools

ArchivEra

Microsoft Office

Job description

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas invites applications for an Archives Intern. Under the Director of Library and Archives, you will assist with arrangement, digitization, and description of archival collections, including the Dr. Francis V.

O’Connor Research Collection. The ideal candidate studies library science, art history, or related fields, has strong written and oral communication, and is eager to learn digital workflows, comply with confidentiality, and