Job Opening Title:
2026 Paid Summer Archives Intern
Name of Employer:
Museum & Collector Resource
Job Site Location (City AND State):
Cincinnati, OH/Covington, KY
Application Deadline:
March 20
Minimum Degree Requirement:
BA
Years of experience required:
Salary Range:
$15 hr
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Museum and Collector Resource, LLC
Summer Archival Intern
(Paid Position)
Posted: 2/23/2026
End of Posting: 3/20/2026
Museum and Collector Resource, LLC (MCR) is seeking a paid Summer Archival Intern to support a time-bound archival processing project at a site located in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky (Cincinnati/Covington area). The intern will be selected according to experience, academic background, availability, and aptitude.
Position Summary:
The intern will perform hands-on archival processing and preventive conservation work under the direct supervision of the Archivist. This position is entirely on-site, project-based, and back- of-house in nature. The internship is dedicated to archival processing activities and will not involve public-facing responsibilities such as reference services or reading room coverage.
The internship will focus on a defined subset of materials identified for stabilization and processing during the internship period. This subset will be treated as a discrete sub-collection and will serve as the intern’s primary project. The intern will participate in virtual and in-person meetings with MCR staff and clients. The intern will also have the opportunity to visit area museums and archives with the Archivist to see behind the scenes and learn from staff members at those institutions.
By the conclusion of the internship period, the selected materials will have undergone preventive conservation and been physically and intellectually organized. The work will include the application of industry metadata standards and descriptors and will result in a finding aid or cumulative report suitable for internal review and future accessioning or access workflows.
The rate of pay is $15.00/hour. The internship schedule is somewhat flexible, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., three days a week, with a minimum commitment of 250 hours during summer 2026. The internship is structured to meet common academic credit requirements, but candidates seeking to receive class credit should confirm eligibility with their academic program. The proposed start date is between May 15 and June 15, 2026.
Company Overview:
Museum and Collector Resource, LLC is a collections management, archives and curatorial consulting firm founded in 1996, which specializes in collection related projects. Clients include museums, libraries, archives, governmental agencies, private collectors and corporations. MCR works throughout the U.S. and its territories. Please visit our website at www.musres.com.
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Archivist, the Intern will:
• Perform preventive conservation tasks, including refoldering materials into archival enclosures.
• Remove rusted staples, paper clips, and other deteriorating fasteners.
• Conduct basic condition assessments and document actions taken.
• Rehouse and stabilize paper-based archival materials.
• Handle selected three-dimensional objects under supervision.
• Track and document processing and conservation work performed.
• Assist with archival arrangement and description.
• Contribute to the preparation of a finding aid.
• Gain introductory exposure to the Collector Systems collection management database.
• Create an end-of-project presentation for delivery to stakeholders.
• Maintain orderly workspaces and follow established handling and safety procedures.
Education and Experience Required:
• Current graduate students in library and information science, archival studies, or graduate-level archival certificate programs.
• Advanced undergraduates with demonstrated interest in archives, special collections, or museum studies, as well as individuals planning to begin an MLIS or related graduate program in the fall, may also be considered.
• Prior archival or special collections experience is preferred but not required.
Skills and Abilities:
Required:
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive work accurately.
• Ability to handle fragile archival materials with care.
• Ability to work independently under supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. total and up to 25 lbs. overhead without accommodation.
• Reliable transportation.
• Good computer skills. Desired:
• Coursework or experience in archives, historic preservation, museum studies, or libraries.
• Interest in preventive conservation and collections care.
• Familiarity with Society of American Archivists best practices and industry standards.
Helpful:
• General familiarity with newspaper production or news organizations in a professional and/or educational context.
• Experience in journalism, media, or related fields.
Location and Logistics:
The internship will take place onsite in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. While applications are welcome from qualified candidates regardless of location or region, local candidates may be preferred due to transportation and cost-of-living considerations. Housing is not provided, and the selected candidate will be responsible for securing their own accommodations and transportation.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Museum and Collector Resource, LLC is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To Apply:
Submit a one-page letter of interest and a current resume with two references via e-mail to: curator@musres.com. Please include “Summer Archival Intern” in the subject line.