Student Digitization Assistant – Library Collections

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma’s Digitization Lab in Bizzell Memorial Library is seeking Student Specialists to digitize rare materials from multiple collections, perform post-processing and metadata entry, and prepare items for online digital collections. Training will be provided; work is team- and project-based with independent tasks.

Must be enrolled in Fall 2026 as a student in good standing. Ability to commit at least 12 hours weekly is required; schedule supports 9:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in written and oral English.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with Mac OS and Windows; ability to learn new software.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Must work a minimum of 12 hours per week, 9:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Digitize diverse special collections items and other materials.
• Perform post-processing and metadata entry.
• Prepare items for online digital collections.

Skills

English communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

12 hrs/week commitment

Education

Enrolled Fall semester student

Fall 2026 class schedule

Tools

Adobe Lightroom

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Microsoft Excel

Mac OS & Windows familiarity

Job description

The University of Oklahoma’s Digitization Lab in Bizzell Memorial Library is seeking Student Specialists to digitize rare materials from multiple collections, perform post-processing and metadata entry, and prepare items for online digital collections. Training will be provided; work is team- and project-based with independent tasks.

Must be enrolled in Fall 2026 as a student in good standing. Ability to commit at least 12 hours weekly is required; schedule supports 9:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday