Library Intern, The State Library of Massachusetts (Boston, MA)

Posted November 20, 2024

Library Intern, The State Library of Massachusetts (Boston)

Temporary Internship Opportunity

Position is available until June 30th, 2025, with the possibility of an extension. 

Job Description:

The State Library of Massachusetts is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented library intern to assist the Government Documents Librarian with the acquisition and maintenance of the Library’s Massachusetts state documents, Massachusetts local documents and federal documents collections. This intern will help collecting, digitizing documents and uploading to the digital repository.  They will assist the Reference Librarians at the Information desk and participate in tours and orientations. This intern will gain knowledge about Massachusetts State government, state documents, legal and legislative resources, along with collection development and maintenance. The State Library was established in 1826 to collect, deposit, and house the Commonwealth’s collections of maps, statute books, and government documents in a single central location. Since that time, the State Library has grown into a multifaceted and reliable resource for legislators, executive personnel, state employees, historians, genealogists, and users from all over the world. Come and join us and bring your passion for history and librarianship! 

Duties: 

• Under the supervision of Librarians, assists with maintaining a list of Massachusetts state agency contacts and corresponds with agencies to check on the status of paper and electronic documents. 
• Helps locate Massachusetts electronic documents existing on agency websites, news media, social media, etc.  
• Helps monitor the electronic documents email box for documents. 
• Uploads government documents into our DSpace digital depository.  
• Assists at the information desk  

Qualifications:  

• An interest in Massachusetts government documents and history 
• Familiarity with digital repository software and content management systems a plus 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite, and the ability to learn other software applications independently 
• Experience with scanning equipment and tools a plus 
• Interest in Massachusetts legal and legislative resources a plus 
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form 
• Ability to work independently and juggle multiple priorities  
• An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

 The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Full/Part Time: Internship

Education: NA

Salary: $25.00  / hour

How to Apply:

Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected]