Archival Intern, Salmon Brook Historical Society, (Granby, CT)

Posted October 20, 2026

Description

The Salmon Brook Historical Society invites all qualified individuals to apply to its part time volunteer Archival Internship in order to aid the society in preserving and promoting its history. All qualified applicants will be considered for volunteering without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Must have the ability to work in a variety of environments, be a strong communicator both oral and in writing and have a prior history working in a museum or library setting. Priority given to current or prior Granby residents

Responsibilities

Example of Duties:

• Works with the Archivist and Assistant Archivist and independently to inventory and accession the Aaron Draper Shattuck Collection.
• Works independently to write DACs related information for a finding aid to be published on Connecticut Archives online.
• Work with the Archivist and Assistant Archivist to accession artifacts using PastPerfect.
• Participate as a docent for Aaron Draper Shattuck Tours every other Sunday 2-4pm (May-August).

Qualifications

Pursuing or have achieved a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree art history, curation, or archives management. Experience with art handling desirable; demonstrated computer skills; organizational abilities; must have valid driver’s license, physical dexterity and visual acuity. Experience with Google Workspace and PastPerfect preferred.

Hours

Weekly Hours: Temporary position January 26th-May 28th with an option to extend, (Tuesday and Thursdays 9-12pm).

How to Apply

To apply: Email cover letter, resume, and three professional references to [email protected] with “Archival Intern” in the subject line.

Learn more about us at https://www.salmonbrookhistoricalsociety.com/ .