Assist the Archives and Area Support Division of the Church History Department in fulfilling research requests and processing print materials. This is an exciting and unique opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in family history or library science.
This is a paid, in person internship, which is anticipated to last one year (12 months). This is a full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) hourly, nonexempt position.
Intern must be available to work 40 hours per week, during regular working hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday in the Church History Library (this is not a remote position).
Responsibilities
The Research and Training Intern will learn and be exposed to:
• Business operations of a library institution
• Engaging with a mixed workforce of paid employees and volunteer staff
• Developing expertise in specific Church history databases
• Training volunteers
The Intern will be responsible for fulfilling the following tasks:
• Finding and linking digitized documents to patron accounts
• Troubleshooting and performing additional research for complex requests
• Communicating with requestors when additional information is needed
• Daily interaction with employees, volunteers, and patrons via telephone, email and in person
• Assisting full-time processing and cataloging staff including processing newly acquired print items
The position deals with information of a confidential nature and requires sensitivity to the privacy of individuals.
Intern will work under the direction of a staff team leader who will provide training and daily guidance.
Qualifications
Required:
• Paid Interns are qualified while enrolled in an educational institution and for one year following graduation
• Sensitivity to information of a confidential nature and respect for the privacy of individuals
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Research skills including reading handwritten documents (i.e., cursive)
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with a team, as well as independently
• Ability to solve problems and seek feedback
Preferred:
• Current pursuit or completion of bachelor’s degree in family history, history, or other related field; master’s degree in library science a plus
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