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From: Anu Kasarabada via <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>@forums.archivists.org> Reply-To: "Jarrett <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> via" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Date: Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 12:58 PM To: "Jarrett <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> via" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Subject: [aac] Internship (unpaid) - University of the District of Columbia Good afternoon - I'm passing along the information below about an internship with the University Archives of the University of the District of Columbia. I have no further information. Position Title: Student Worker - University Archives, Learning Resources Division, University of the District of Columbia Hours per Week: 10-20 hours per week Dates: Summer Internship -- May 17- August 15, 2016. Fall Internship -- August 15 - December 15, 2016 (with extension possible) Main Function: Processing archival documents both in traditional archival practice and converting archival materials at UDC to digital format using a high-resolution scanner, to add to our digital collection. Duties and Responsibilities: -Properly handle fragile and rare archival materials. -Assist in the archival processing of print and photographic archives. -Support the preparation of materials for scanning. -Scan print, photographs, artwork, etc. and import in photo software; correct color and manipulate images as required using provided software; burn digital images to DVD. Skills: -Ability to work effectively with supervision and as a part of a team. -Sensitivity to and experience handling library or archival materials. -Ability to use Adobe Photoshop and scanning software. -Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications preferred. -Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions. Position Qualifications and Requirements: -Be enrolled in a Masters of Library Science degree program, preferably on an archival track. -Some training and/or experience with photography, digitization, or graphic communication arts preferred -Maintain production area in a neat and orderly condition. -Ability to work independently with minimal direction. -Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. -Attention to detail required. -Sound judgment to identify and report problems to supervisors and contribute to resolving them. Contact: Chris Anglim, University Archivist, University of the District of Columbia 202-274-5843. ________________________________________________________________________ Anu Kasarabada | Archivist | Senate Judiciary Committee-Dem | 202-228-5518