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

Posted April 8, 2024

Intern, Library, Chelsea MA

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.

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

Other Information:

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

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.