Phillips Library Digital Projects Intern, Peabody Essex Museum, (Rowley, MA)
Posted November 5, 2025
A general job description:
Phillips Library Digital Projects Intern
Join the Phillips Library, PEM’s research library, as digital projects intern for Spring 2026!
Our digitization program exponentially increases free, worldwide access to our collections and demonstrates that the library is a vital and engaged part of the museum and its communities. The project will include digitization for our online collections portal, including the imaging and post-processing of collections. The incumbent will conduct research into the copyright of our collections and create metadata using local rules. The incumbent may also inventory glass plate negatives and prepare materials for digitization to be completed by our external partners.
In addition to time spent on the main project, the intern will have time to shadow other library departments. We will provide a broad view of library operations and encourage interns to participate in meetings, small projects, outings, and other opportunities as they arise.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Please note that this position is in Rowley, MA, and reliable transportation is required.
The Spring Internship Program will run from January 22 to April 27, 2026, or an agreed upon end date with the hiring manager. A mandatory in-person orientation will be held at the museum on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Interns are also required to participate in professional development sessions, typically held on Thursdays through April 16th. Please note that session times are subject to change, and some sessions may be conducted in a hybrid format.
This internship provides a $2,000 stipend and requires the completion of 180 hours, which includes participation in professional development programming. This equates to approximately 15 onsite hours per week over the course of twelve weeks. All internships are fully in person and take place on site.
To be considered for this internship, please have your application submitted by Sunday, December 7, 2025.
PEM strives to create a community of belonging that draws upon the widest pool of talent, embracing individuals of all backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We seek candidates who can contribute to helping us achieve our goals and encourage you to apply for our open positions identifying the contributions you can make.
PEM considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
Status:
$2000 stipend. Part time at 15 hours per week. 12 Weeks onsite at the Phillips Library in Rowley, MA.
How to Apply
Please apply using this link:
A closing date for applications, if available:
Sunday, December 7, 2025