Project Summary: Appraise and arrange incoming manuscripts collections and prepare preliminary box/folder/volume spreadsheets.

Student Responsibilities:

  • Keep any information in “restricted” files confidential. Information in restricted files must not be shared with anyone outside the Collections Department.
  • Appraise and arrange incoming manuscripts collections.
  • Label folders and boxes with clarity and accuracy.
  • Prepare box/folder/volume spreadsheets.
  • Research and draft biographical sketches and organizational histories as requested.

Knowledge intern is expected to gain:

  • Practical experience in the appraisal and arrangement of manuscripts collections.
  • Experience using common office software.
  • Exposure to and knowledge of varied manuscripts collections
  • Experience in historical research.

 
Ideal degrees:   History, Fine arts, Library Science; will consider related degrees

Student Qualifications: The candidate must be a junior or senior level undergraduate or graduate level student.

  • Familiarity with historic documents
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Knowledge of record keeping processes and paper filing systems
  • Knowledge of standard office software
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision

Additional Materials Required: Writing sample.

 

To apply please visit http://www.mnhs.org/internships/college for more information about the program and application process.
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Additional Salary Information: Unpaid Internship