Job Opening Title:
Manuscript Collection Intern
Name of Employer:
State Historical Society of North Dakota
Job Site Location (City, State) :
Bismarck, ND
Application Deadline:
3/18/2024
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Years of experience required:
Salary Range:
$15/hour
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply.:
As part of the State Historical Society of North Dakota, the North Dakota State Archives promotes and encourages research of North Dakota through access to a broad collection of primary and secondary sources with patron-centered services and outreach. To learn more about the North Dakota State Archives, visit https://www.history.nd.gov/archives/.
The Manuscript Collection Intern will gain hands-on experience with archival processing, digitization, preservation, and related archival practices, such as researching and description of documents and genealogical collections. This experience would be beneficial to those considering a career in an archives or similar institution.
Anticipated Dates of Internship: Flexible! June through August of 2024, up to 40 hours per week.
Summary of Work
Under the supervision of the Manuscript Archivist, the Manuscript Collection Intern will increase access to the State Archives Document and Genealogy holdings by updating collection records and digitizing the collections. Throughout this process, they will examine documents, conduct historical research, write historical sketches, enter data into databases, perform needed preservation actions, digitize all documents, and ingest them into the State Archives’ content management and digital preservation systems. The processing activities undertaken in this project are necessary to ensure accessibility, intellectual control, and long-term preservation of an important part of the State Archives’ manuscript holdings.
Many of the tasks related to processing collections of the State Archives are repetitive, while others are complex, multi-step processes; as a result, attention to detail, self-motivation, ability to work independently, willingness to ask questions and integrate feedback into workflow, are all preferred qualities of the successful candidate. This project is a unique opportunity to work hands-on with interesting and varied primary sources that document North Dakota history.
On-site training will be provided.
Student Requirements
To be eligible for a North Dakota State Government Stipend Student Internship, a student:
Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university as a full-time student and working towards a degree in history, archives, library science, photography, or a closely related liberal arts or social science discipline; and
Must be at least of sophomore standing by the beginning of the internship, and
Must have a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
About Team ND
“Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” – Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
Application Procedures
All applications for open State Historical Society of North Dakota positions must be made via the State of North Dakota Careers site. Paper submissions are not accepted. Application information package must be submitted online by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed on the job posting.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State Historical Society regrets it does not provide Sponsorships.
Application materials, including resume and three professional references, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews; please provide detail in responses to the questionnaire. Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.
For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Erica Houn at ehoun@nd.gov or 701.328.2327.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
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