Conservation Library Intern, New England Aquarium, Boston, MA
Posted October 13, 2014
Apply now for: Fall 2014, January 2015, Spring 2015
Time commitment: 2-3 days per week for a period of 12 weeks; flexible Monday – Friday schedule
Position Summary: The New England Aquarium’s Conservation Department aims to integrate scientific information, public outreach and policy initiatives to effect lasting change in the ocean environment. Our work involves extensive web-based research and report writing, which must be thoroughly and accurately documented. This position will assist the Conservation Department with organization of their computer based library, a collection of downloaded reports and journal articles. This position is an excellent opportunity for an individual majoring in library science or a related field. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-directed and able to successfully design and implement an organizational system for the library.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Organize an extensive collection of PDFs stored on a shared network
- Navigate existing Endnote files to extract relevant information in order to incorporate files into new organizational system
- Categorize PDF files based on topic/subject matter preferably in manner easily accessed within Windows 7
- Represent the Conservation Department in a professional manner when interacting with other departments
- Perform other position related duties as assigned
Skills/Qualifications:
- Must be willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement due to access to proprietary information.
- Proficient in Windows 7, Microsoft programs, Endnote, and Adobe
- Familiarity with the principles and procedures necessary for computer-based recordkeeping preferred
- Familiarity and understanding of archival description and representation preferred
- Professionalism and comfort working independently in an office environment are required