Digital Programs Intern, Boston Athenæum, Boston MA

Posted August 9, 2013

Department: Digital Programs and Preservation

Hours: Flexible schedule; 15-20 hours per week; regular evening and Saturday hours required

Compensation: $13.00 per hour; free membership concurrent with employment; no other benefits

Start Date: Open until filled; position continues as long as intern is attending a library science program

Job Description:

The Boston Athenæum seeks a qualified, energetic, and motivated individual to join the Digital Programs and Preservation Department as a Digital Programs Intern. The Digital Programs Intern is supervised by the Digital Programs Librarian. The position is classified as temporary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scanning both bound books and flat documents
• Locating and editing records in the online catalog
• Creating online collections and records in ContentDM, our digital asset management software
• Other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently attending a library science program
• Working knowledge of current cataloging practices
• Working knowledge of digital scanning, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat

• Knowledge of Qualified Dublin Core metadata fields

• Detail orientated, with good research skills
• Experience in photography preferred

To Apply: E-mail résumé and cover letter to [email protected].