Archives Intern, Museum of Science, Cambridge, MA
Posted August 22, 2017
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Museum of Science Archives Department is responsible for collecting, organizing and preserving the permanent collection of records which documents the Museum’s history, activities, staff and the Boston Society of Natural History and to promote and make the collection accessible to staff and researchers.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Archives Intern will assist with a broad range of archives management responsibilities including inventorying and processing materials, entering information into the database and monitoring storage areas.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct inventories of materials and update locations
Rehouse fragile materials in appropriate enclosures
Photograph records and materials
Work on discrete archives projects according to need and time
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate student
Course work in archives or museum studies
Database experience
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently
SPECIAL SKILLS:
Experience with digital photography
LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP:
Fall 2017 (September-December)
WORK SCHEDULE:
7-14 hours/week, flexible within Monday-Friday 9-5 timeframe
STARTING SALARY:
$11.00 & $11.25 hourly
BENEFITS:
Intern benefits include free parking in the Museum garage, close proximity to the Green Line, free admission, discounts in the Museum store and café and much more!
The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.
Application Instructions:
No phone inquiries, please. Qualified applicants will be contacted within two to four weeks of initial application.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.