Fall Audiovisual Digitization Internship, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, Boston MA

Posted August 2, 2014

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, Boston, MA

 

Fall Audiovisual Digitization Internship, 14-AVDIG-03, Part time

 

The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is currently seeking applicants for a part-time audiovisual digitization internship position in our Archives Processing and Digitization Unit. The intern will inventory and catalog moving image and audio materials. The intern may also assist with some of the following: digitize sound recordings, prepare and pack audiovisual materials for shipment to vendors for digitization, convert digital files from master formats to distribution formats, and embed metadata in digital files. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining digital experience in an archives setting. Basic knowledge of digital audio software and video editing software and experience handling sound and/or moving image media is helpful.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate program in archival studies or public history or a program in media arts with a strong audiovisual focus. Interns will receive a monthly stipend of $560 (part time, 2 days/week), paid on the 15th of the month. This internship starts September 15th and ends December 15th.

For more information about the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, please visit our website at: http://www.jfklibrary.org/

 

To apply, please submit a completed intern application form, current résumé, cover letter, unofficial college transcript, and letter of recommendation by August 14, 2014, via email to Bill Bjelf at [email protected], or send it to:

 

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum

Archives Processing and Digitization Unit

Columbia Point

Boston, MA 02125