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

Posted February 23, 2023

Description:

The Library of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is seeking an Intern to assist
the Library Supervisor in the following activities:

1. Creating a metadata object description schema (MODS) for historical photographs
   in preparation for digitization
2. Classifying, weeding, and digitizing an extensive research file collection
3. Assisting in the daily operation of a small, governmental Special Library.

Additional Information:

1. Work Location: 2 Griffin Way, Chelsea, Massachusetts, 02150
2. Hourly Rate: $22.00
3. Work Schedule: Flexible Mon. Fri. 9:00 to 5:00.;30 – 40 hours/week
4. This is a 6 month internship

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

Responsibilities:

• Gather and record metadata for historic photograph digitization project in MODS
• Organize, classify and digitize print documents from a print research files collection
• 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

Apply online at www.mwra.com.