Digital Projects Intern, Peabody Essex Museum Phillips Library, (Rowley, MA)
Posted February 11, 2026
Description
Join the Phillips Library, PEM’s research library, as digital projects intern for Summer 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.
Responsibilities
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. The intern will receive training in library systems used for the project.
Qualifications
- Interest in library services or a related field.
- Competence with Microsoft Office and Google suites.
- Attention to detail.
- Organizational and interpersonal skills.
Hours and Compensation
The Summer Internship Program will run from June 11 to August 24, 2026, or an agreed upon end date with the hiring manager. A mandatory in-person orientation will be held at the museum on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Interns are also required to participate in professional development sessions, held on Thursdays through August 13th. 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 18 onsite hours per week over the course of ten weeks. All internships are fully in person and take place on site. Please note the location where each internship will take place.
How to Apply
To see the full listing and apply, visit the following address: https://www.pem.org/about-pem/jobs-opportunities/internships