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.

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Anu Kasarabada | Archivist | Senate Judiciary Committee-Dem | 202-228-5518