Internships (Paid) | Volunteer Positions (Unpaid)
Internship and Volunteer listings are a project of the Membership and Awards Committee. Contact committee member Mark Bloom to submit or update an entry.Internships (Paid)
Institution: AFRL/HO Archives 2130 Eighth Street, Bldg 45, Rm030, WPAFB, OH 45433-7003 Contact: Shari Christy, Archivist/Contractor, [email protected], 937-255-4661 Availability: Summers Paid: Yes On-Going Program: Yes Institution: The Christ Hospital Health Network 2139 Auburn Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219 Contact: Jennifer Steinhardt, Archivist, [email protected], 513-585-0046 Availability: Year round Paid: Yes On-Going Program: Yes Posting Date: January 2, 2024 Institution: First Church (U.C.C.) in Oberlin, Ohio Internship Description: The First Church (U.C.C.) in Oberlin, Ohio is accepting applications for an intern to arrange and describe the archives of the church. This is a part-time position,10-15 hours per week, and the wage is $15.00 per hour. Except for social security and worker’s compensation, this position does not come with fringe benefits of medical insurance, pension, or sick/vacation time. The duration of the position will be up to 15 weeks. Required qualifications: Holding a master’s degree in archives or library and information science, working toward such a degree, or with substantial experience in the field. Additional Information: The intern will be supervised by First Church staff. The Collections Manager of the Oberlin Heritage Center and the Oberlin College Archivist will serve as advisors. The First Church archives include paper files, architectural drawings, artifacts, photographs, scrapbooks, books, digital files, CDs/DVDs, and electronic records. Create a manual for the ongoing maintenance of the First Church archives. Work with the First Church staff and the Oberlin Heritage Center to promote a collaborative effort to assist other Oberlin faith communities with the management of their archival collections. Contact Person: Applications (cover letter, resume, and the names of two references) should be sent to the Rev. David Hill, First Church in Oberlin, U.C.C., 106 North Main St., Oberlin OH 44074. For questions about the position, please use the following email: [email protected] Availability: Open until filled Paid: Yes On-going program: No Posting Date: February 6, 2025 Institution: The Charles F. Kettering Foundation Internship Description: The Kettering Foundation is seeking a student or recent graduate looking to develop their skills in archival processing. This position will be a temporary contract position, for 15 hours per week. Academic credit may be received depending on the college program. The initial internship will be for 12 weeks during the summer of 2025. Key Responsibilities · Process archival collections · Assist Archivist with collection maintenance and help manage physical space needs · Assist Archivist with the re-housing of collections following best practices for storage and preservation · Data entry Basic Qualifications · Successful completion of Introduction to Archives course or experience in an archival environment · Outstanding organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines · Capacity to work independently and with other members of a team · Basic computer skills and previous experience with FileMaker Pro · Must be able to lift at least forty pounds REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS · Understanding of archival arrangement and description or collection development as appropriate; experience preferred · Knowledge of or interest in legacy audiovisual formats · Attention to detail and good organizational skills · Ability to work independently and collaboratively · Proficiency in computer skills with a focus on databases and Microsoft Office · Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal · Flexibility to adjust to changing demands Additional Information: This internship will take place in person with hard copy materials. The Kettering Foundation is open between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5 PM. To apply please send a resume, cover letter, and two letter of reference to [email protected] . Application due by March 10, 2025. Contact Email: Collette Mcdonough at [email protected] Availability: The initial internship will be for 12 weeks during the summer of 2025. Paid: Yes, $20 per hour Institution: University of Dayton, University Archives 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469-4267 Contact: 937-229-4267 Availability: Year round On-Going Program: YesVolunteer Positions (Unpaid)
Institution: Carillon Historical Park 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, OH 45409 Contact: 937-293-2841 ext. 110 Availability: Year round Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: Cummings Center for the History of Psychology, The University of Akron 73 College St., Akron, OH 44325-4302 Contact: Emily Gainer, [email protected], 330-972-7285 Availability: Year round Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: Cincinnati Museum Center, Geier Collections and Research Center 760 West Fifth St., Cincinnati, OH Contact: [email protected], (513) 287-7025 Availability: Summer Paid: No On-going program: No; June 4-August 10 Institution: Cuyahoga Community College Metropolitan Campus, 2900 Community College Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-3196 Contact: 216-987-4447 Availability: Year round Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: Greene County Records Center & Archives Location: 535 Ledbetter Road, Xenia, OH 45385 Application deadline: Ongoing. Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Note: Volunteer opportunities are both in-person and virtual/remote, depending on the particular project. Institution: Licking County Records and Archives Department 20 South Second St., Newark, OH 43055 Contact: Corinne Johnson, [email protected], 740-670-5121 (main) Availability: Year round Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: Lloyd Library & Museum 917 Plum Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 Contact: Patricia Van Skaik, Director, [email protected], 513-721-3707 Availability: Negotiable Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: Marian Library, University of Dayton 300 College Park Ave, Dayton, OH 45469 Contact: Kayla Harris, [email protected], 937-229-1347 Availability: Year round Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: Milan-Berlin Library District 19 E. Church St., Milan, OH 44846 Contact: Local History Librarian, 419-499-4117 ext. 111 Availability: Summers Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: The Ohio State University, Medical Heritage Center, 376 West 10th Ave., Columbus, OH 43210 Contact: [email protected], 614-292-3275 Availability: Year round Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: Rocky River Public Library & Cowan Pottery Museum Posting Date: October 13, 2023 Internship Description: The Cowan Pottery Museum was started at the library in 1978 by then Director George Scherma. The museum holds over a thousand ceramic objects produced by the Cowan Pottery Studio dating from 1912-1931. The student will be tasked to assist the curator with an ongoing archiving and digitization project. Additional Information: Volunteer Application can be located at: https://rrpl.org/employment/ Contact Person: Sherry Shuster, HR Generalist [email protected] Availability: One time, for the spring semester. On-Going Program: Yes Institution: The Dominican Sisters of Peace Archives Posting Date: January 3, 2024 Internship Description: The Dominican Sisters of Peace Archives is pleased to offer announce our 2024 internship program. The Dominican Sisters of Peace Archive offers an on-site internship that can be formal or informal. Formal internships consist of contact with MLIS Professor, A single project with clear deliverables and deadlines, specific hours to work, and a formal report of work completed. Informal internships consist of as-needed work supplemented by Archival readings and discussions with the Archival director regarding archival theory and practice. Additional Information: Interested in applying? Please fill out the application linked here Contact Person: Any questions? Email the Director of Archives at [email protected] On-Going Program: Yes Institution: The University of Akron, Archives and Special Collections Contact: [email protected], 330-972-7671 Availability: Year round Paid: No On-Going Program: Yes Institution: University of Cincinnati, Archives & Rare Books Department PO Box 210113, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0113 Contact: [email protected], 513-556-1959 Availability: Year round Paid: No On-Going Program: YesLast Updated on February 11, 2025 by Emily Gainer