Archives Processing Intern: Organize & Preserve Collections

Collections That Care; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Henry Ford invites an Archives Processing Intern to help organize, describe, and preserve Edison Institute archival collections for its upcoming 100th anniversary. Working with Archives and Library staff, you will inventory materials, create collection descriptions, improve storage, and update catalog records to support research and discovery.

This paid internship offers hands-on experience in archival processing, practical skills in finding aids, re-housing materials, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in history, English, information science, archival studies, or a related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• Familiar with archival practices and Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS)
• Experience processing archival collections through coursework, volunteer work, or employment
• Full Wednesday availability from 9am-5pm for required internship programming

Responsibilities

• Review archival materials and create detailed collection inventories under staff guidance
• Help arrange materials according to established archival practices and project guidelines
• Prepare finding aids that describe collection contents and help researchers locate materials
• Rehouse archival materials to improve preservation, organization, and accessibility
• Review work with Archives staff and incorporate feedback to maintain accurate and consistent documentation
• Collaborate with the Archives and Library team and learn about related collections work
• Participate in required internship orientation and professional development activities

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong writing skills

Ability to follow guidelines

Interest in archival collections

Education

Bachelor's degree in History or Information Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

DACS (Describing Archives: A Content Standard)

Job description

The Henry Ford invites an Archives Processing Intern to help organize, describe, and preserve Edison Institute archival collections for its upcoming 100th anniversary. Working with Archives and Library staff, you will inventory materials, create collection descriptions, improve storage, and update catalog records to support research and discovery.

This paid internship offers hands-on experience in archival processing, practical skills in finding aids, re-housing materials, and collaboration with