Exhibition Internship (unpaid), American Archive of Public Broadcasting (AAPB), Boston, MA
Posted July 1, 2016
Description:
The primary role of this intern is to research and curate an exhibition using digitized materials in the archive, which will be featured on the AAPB website at americanarchive.org. They may also provide high quality reference services to researchers who are seeking materials in the archive.
Additionally, the intern will also have the opportunity to contribute to the American Archive blog. The intern will have the opportunity to work on other MLA projects as priority dictates.
Reference and Exhibitions Internship Skills Preferred:
- Basic computer skills, familiarity with Macintosh computers.
- Attention to detail and good communications skills.
- Internet savvy, with good research skills.
- Good writing skills.
- Coursework or experience curating exhibits preferred.
- Familiarity with digital libraries and library practices also helpful.
WGBH Internship Requirements:
- WGBH internships are open only to students enrolled in an accredited college or university.
- Internships are unpaid.
- Interns are expected to commit 8-10 hours/week. Daily scheduling is flexible during normal business hours.
Applicants interested in the Internship should send a resume and a statement of interest by July 13 th , by email to: Sadie Roosa: [email protected]
American Archive of Public Broadcasting Project Description:
An unprecedented and historic collection of American public radio and television content – dating back through the 1950s – are being permanently preserved and made available to the public through a collaboration between the Library of Congress and WGBH known as the American Archive of Public Broadcasting. In 2007, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) initiated an inventory of public media content from contributing stations, resulting in 2.5 million records representing complete programs, raw footage, unedited interviews, recorded speeches, and live music sessions. Now, 40,000 hours of that content has been digitized for long-term preservation in the American Archive of Public Broadcasting.
WGBH is responsible for:
- Cataloging digitized content
- Implementing the rights and access strategy
- Leading efforts to further develop PBCore, a metadata schema for audiovisual materials
- Creating resources and training opportunities for participating organizations
- Building the AAPB website
- Curating exhibitions featuring digitized content of historical significance
- Developing strategy and identifying opportunities for long-term sustainability
- Project promotion and outreach