Intern, Library of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority, Chelsea, MA

Posted February 21, 2020

The Library of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is seeking an Intern to assist in cataloging a variety of resources into an Inmagic ILS. In addition, the intern will gather and record metadata for an historic photograph digitization project. Assistance in the daily operation of a small, governmental Special Library, under the direction of the Library Supervisor, will also be required.

 

Qualifications 

• Enrollment in an ALA-accredited Library and Information Science Master’s degree program

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Well-developed organizational skills with a thorough attention to detail

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Cataloging and database experience preferred

 

Responsibilities

• Catalog a variety of resources into an Inmagic ILS

• Gather and record metadata for historic photograph digitization project

• Learn daily library operations in a special library setting

• Serve a wide variety of personnel in reference requests as needed

• Provide additional support to Library Supervisor as needed

 

Other Information 

• Work Location: 2 Griffin Way, Chelsea, Massachusetts, 02150

• Hourly Rate: $20.00 based on educational level

• Work Schedule: Flexible Mon. Fri. 9:00 to 5:00.;20 – 40 hours/week

• This is a 6 month internship (flexible)

 

How to Apply

Apply online at www.mwra.com.

 

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or veteran status.