NJSLA Jobs

Digital Archival Processing Internship, NYPL - NY

External Overview:
The Manuscripts and Archives Division is offering an internship to aid the Digital and Project Archivists for the Timothy Leary Papers for the fall term to students from a Master’s program in librarianship, archival studies, or preservation with an interest in the born digital materials in the papers.

The Papers document the life of Timothy Francis Leary (b. 1920, d. 1996), American psychologist and Harvard professor, who, through his studies regarding the use of psilocybin and LSD, went on to become an advocate for mind-altering drugs, eastern philosophy, sexual liberation, cyberspace and the cyberpunk genre. He was a prolific writer, lecturer, and counterculture icon (1960s - 1990s). The Papers contain material from notable figures, such as Richard Alpert (aka Ram Dass), William S. Burroughs, David Bryne, Larry Flynt, Allen Ginsberg, Keith Haring, Gerald Heard, Abbie and Anita Hoffman, Albert Hofmann, Aldous and Laura Huxley, Jack Kerouac, Art Kleps, and G. Gorden Liddy. The Papers include over a hundred floppy disks created or collected by Leary in a variety of formats.

External Responsibilities:
The digital intern for the Timothy Leary Papers will assist the Digital Archivist in performing preservation imaging of removable media and the extraction and analysis of metadata from the created images. The intern will also work with the Project Archivist of the Leary papers in making appraisal and description recommendations on the materials using digital forensics tools and technologies. The digital archives intern may assist in the imaging and processing of other collections being processed in the Manuscripts & Archives Division.

The ideal candidate for the digital internship will have a thorough understanding of archival theory, familiarity with aspects of computer sciences as they relate to archives (metadata, databases etc.) and must be extremely detailed oriented.

External Qualifications:
Hours Requirements
Timeframe: 120 hours over 12 weeks
Schedule: 10 hours per week (All interns must commit to schedule at least four hours on one day; otherwise hours are flexible).
Working hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm.

This is an unpaid internship that may be used for credit toward a Master's Degree in a Library Science program. Internships need not be taken for credit. All students must be currently enrolled . Attendance at an orientation session is required.

See: https://jobs-nypl.icims.com/jobs/7117/timothy-leary-papers---digital-archival-processing-internship/job?mode=job&iis=Indeed&iisn=Indeed.com

 

Nickelodeon On-Air Operations Internship, MTV - NY

MTV Networks: Nickelodeon On-Air Operations Internship

Department Overview -
The broadcast operations team manages the delivery of Nickelodeon Kids and
Family Group on-air promos, commercials, and episodes while overseeing the
operations for all aspects of execution and fulfillment of on and off channel
content. This opportunity is perfect for candidates interested in learning about
the various departments the library supports within the Kids and Family group.
The Operations library intern will leave with an understanding of the library, the
promo delivery process from concept to completion and be extensively exposed
to the ongoing digital work flow expansion project.

Key Responsibilities -
Support the broadcast operations team, assist with collecting material for
recycling or archiving of tapes to the main MTVN Concourse Library, digitizing
various media, pulling paperwork, and fulfilling audio and video requests for all
the Nickelodeon channels. Work with MTVN proprietary systems including OAP,
NickPromoView, and AliasWeb as you familiarize yourself with a process that
is transferable to all large broadcast companies. Assist with the verification of
promos and other media for consistency and guideline adherence.

Preferred Majors and Grade Level:
Preferred major in Library Services Radio/Television, Communication
Technology, Digital Media, or Production.

General Requirements/Desired Skills:
Dependable and detail oriented
Ability to adapt to a continuously changing environment
Excellent communication skills
Ability to perform well under pressure
Ability to prioritize effectively
Team Player
Experience with Database Software and working in a digital environment is a
plus, but not required.

Apply to the general internship program first;
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/internships/

Afterwards, please relay interests to; [email protected]

** This is an unpaid internship in New York City **

Paid internship at American Express Publishing - NY

Here at Amex Publishing we continue to have paid internship opportunities in our Digital Assets and Rights department.  We are currently looking for interns to help us with the ongoing project of adding keywords to our ever expanding image collection.  This is a great opportunity to get real world experience working with a DAM system in a corporate environment.  Our interns also get deep experience in the application of a (partially) controlled vocabulary to a large library.  We also turn to our interns to help us update and evolve our vocabulary and the guidelines for using it.
We are looking for candidates who are available for a minimum of 3 full days a week.
Contact me at [email protected] to learn more or to apply for an internship.

 

See: http://www.meetup.com/NYCDigitalAssetManagers/messages/boards/thread/27855372/

 

Intern, Corporate Archives

Intern, Corporate Archives, Campbell Soup Company
Camden, NJ, USA
Req #: 8073-A

General Summary

The Archives Intern will perform work activities as directed by the Corporate Archivist.  Day to day responsibilities will consist of operations that include, but are not limited to:

• Describing, organizing and processing Archival materials and information
• Cataloging of collection materials
• Fulfill reference requests
• Provide research assistance
• Preserve and conserve Archival materials

Key  Responsibilities:

• Processing Materials:

Arrange and describe records for existing and new materials according to provenance and original order

Processing and cataloging collection materials and enter into the Corporate Archives database

Prepare document descriptions and reference aids for use of Archives, such as accession lists, shelf lists, indexes, guides, bibliographies and abstracts

• Organizing Collections:

Organize and arrange physical collection materials

• Research & Reference Request:

Assisting with reference requests including, research and preparation of deliverables

• Preservation/Conservation: 

Assist with preservation/conservation assessments and treatment of collection materials

• Schedule Exhibits, Talks and Visits Pertaining to Archives:

Assist Corporate Archivist with coordinating visits, talks or exhibitions

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Experience:

Graduate student working to fulfill the requirements of Master of Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited library or information school.  (concentration in Preservation, Archives, or Special Collections, preferred)

Graduate student studying Archival Science or related major

• Physical Requirements:

Ability to pack/unpack materials weighing up to 30 lbs and store and/or remove from shelving

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Preferred Qualifications:

• Key Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and excellent interpersonal skills

Basic knowledge of conservation and proper storage, handling and maintenance of various archival materials.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizing, researching and planning skills with attention to detail

See: http://careers.campbellsoupcompany.com/job-search/job-description/Intern-Corporate-Archives-job-Camden-New-Jersey-3177549?sid=607 (from Indeed.com)