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Library and Archives Internship, Longwood Gardens Library and Archives, Kennett Square, PA

Posted January 21, 2016

Longwood Gardens Library and Archives seeks a graduate level student in Library Science or Archival studies (or related equivalent) to gain experience in the operations and management of a horticultural special library and institutional archives. Recent graduates may also apply.

The intern works in each section of the unit–Library, Digital Gallery, and Archives–to develop projects aimed at furthering professional interests while working to achieve unit goals. This is a 40 hour per week, paid position with optional free housing (a taxable benefit). Longwood Gardens is a public display garden located in Kennett Square, PA, 45 minutes southwest of Philadelphia.

Position is available: June 1, 2016 – June 2017

Application Deadline: February 1, 2016. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform basic reference interviews and services. Become familiar with, and able to train others in, using Library, Archives, and Digital Asset Management systems, including EOS International integrated library system (ILS), Cuadra STAR Knowledge Center for Archives, and Asset Bank.
  • Arrange and describe archival collections, develop finding aids, and make recommendations regarding storage, conservation and preservation treatment of archival materials in various formats, including born-digital records.
  • Perform basic administrative level tasks in Digital Asset Management System (Asset Bank), including scanning, uploading, editing, training patrons, and supervising volunteer projects.
  • Perform circulation maintenance routines, such as check-in/check-out, shelve books and compile usage statistics.
  • Perform routine environmental and pest monitoring in collection storage spaces.
  • Assist and train patrons in the use of computers and software, A/V equipment, and copier.
  • Assist in cataloging materials (including object collections and digital assets).
  • Assist in Records Management functions, including accessioning new records and ensuring timely destruction of expired materials.
  • Assist with Interlibrary Loan tasks as needed.
  • Assist with capturing oral history interviews.
  • Perform various daily administrative and technical tasks.
  • Participate in student activities and field trips as scheduled.

Qualifications

  • Be pursuing or have recently completed a Masters of Science in Library Science (MLS) or related equivalent.
  • Be able and willing to work independently.
  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to deal with people in a courteous, patient, and professional manner.
  • Have physical ability to push fully-loaded book carts and handle heavy or oversize volumes. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Be willing to follow all of Longwood Gardens’ policies and procedures.
  • Have a valid driver’s license.

The position extends throughout one full year, full time, 40 hours per week. This is a paid position at a

rate of $9.50/hour with optional free housing (a taxable benefit) provided. Located in Kennett Square,

PA, Longwood Gardens is approximately 45 minutes southwest of Philadelphia.

For more information on housing, student activities, hours and wages, go to

http://longwoodgardens.org/education/college-and-university-programs/internships-for-us-students or

contact [email protected].

A completed application should include

  1. The application form (found here: http://longwoodgardens.org/education/college-and-university-programs/internships-us-students/apply-now/application)
  2. A copy of your resume (this may be emailed or mailed)
  3. A statement of your professional objectives, approximately 200 words (this may be emailed or mailed)
  4. Official transcripts of all college courses, must show cumulative GPA, minimum GPA of 2.5 required (this may be emailed or mailed)
  5. A letter of reference from your academic advisor (or professor) regarding your scholastic achievements and potential as an intern (this may be emailed or mailed)
  6. A reference from a current or former employer, preferably from within your field of interest (this may be emailed or mailed)

ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Must be received by February 1, 2016.

Domestic and International Studies
Longwood Gardens
P.O. Box 501
Kennett Square, PA 19348-0501 USA

FAX: 610-388-5488

EMAIL: [email protected]

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