Intern Undergraduate Archival Processing

TITLE: Intern -Undergraduate Archival Posting Intern

LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul MN 55102

COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary$16.50 hourly

HOURS: This is a part-time temporary position from approximately September 14 2026 to December 20 2026. A part-time intern must be available to work 15 hours per week. This position offers a flexible work schedule coordinated with the interns school schedule and operational needs. Preferred working hours are 5 hour shifts scheduled between 9-5.

POSTING DATE: June 26 2026

DEADLINE DATE: July 14 2026

SEMINAR EVENTS: Interns are required to participate in three in-person seminars focused on professional development learning how cultural organizations operate and building a network of industry professionals. At the end of the semester interns complete a final presentation to share their work.

Please ensure you are available for these dates when applying:

• Thursday September 24 from 11:30am-1:00pm

• Thursday October 15

• Thursday November 12 from 2:00pm-4:00pm

• Final Presentations: Thursday December 17 from 11:00am-1:00pm

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Societys career center at include a cover letter resume and any required additional materials by the application deadline date.

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:

• PDF copy of unofficial transcript

DESCRIPTION: This intern will assist the ingestion of paper-based PDF and Word legacy finding aids into the ASpace database. These interns may also assist the ASpace Migration Team with QC checking finding aids on an as-needed basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES:Introduction to Data Entry & Description (50%): 1) ArchivesSpace Data Input: Learn to use the ArchivesSpace interface to type up and organize collection inventories (box and folder lists); 2) Finding Aid Creation: Under supervision assist in drafting basic descriptions and historical summaries for specific archival folders or small collections; 3) Data Cleanup: Help update older typed paper inventories or spreadsheet data and move them into the modern ArchivesSpace system.

Collection Handling & Preservation (40%): 4) Assist with the physical processing of collections which includes sorting historical materials chronologically or topically; 5) Re-house old fragile materials into acid-free folders and specialized archival boxes to ensure their long-term survival; 6) Identify and remove damaging physical fasteners such as rusted paperclips staples and degrading rubber bands.

Mentorship & Professional Development (10%): 7) Shadow archive staff to learn about different aspects of the profession (e.g. digitization reference services and public exhibits); 8) Complete a short final reflection or presentation about the collection worked on during the semester.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student or have graduated within the past 12 months at the time of application.

• Ideal candidates might be currently pursuing or a graduate with a degree in the following areas: History English Art History Anthropology Computer Science or Digital Humanities are highly encouraged to apply though all majors are welcome.

• Prior archival or library experience is not required; comprehensive step-by-step training will be provided.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when typing and entering data.

• Curiosity about history and a desire to learn about cultural preservation.

• Comfortable working on a computer and learning new software interfaces.

• Ability to follow detailed written instructions and ask questions when clarification is needed.

Should you have questions with the application process email or call .

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