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: Yes
Volunteer 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: Yes
Last Updated on February 11, 2025 by Emily Gainer