Hourly Pooled - Archives Internship

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The American Heritage Center (AHC) is responsible for maintaining the University's Archives, and for collecting, preserving, and disseminating the historical documentation of select aspects of cultural heritage at the local, state, national, and even international levels. Our mission is to support the administrative and educational curriculum of the University by enabling historical research and interpretation across a broad spectrum of interests and disciplines. We meet these mandates through acquisition, stewardship, accessibility, service, instruction, exhibition, outreach, digitization, and collaborative programmatic activities.

JOB TITLE:  

University of Wyoming Archives Internship  

JOB PURPOSE:   

Work with University Archives material documenting the history of the University Wyoming by arranging and describing records of the University of Wyoming Archives. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Organize archival materials which may include paper, photographic, audio-visual, and digital documents; create catalog records, descriptive content lists, and finding aids to be posted online. Work with the University Archivist on special projects as needed. Lift and move boxes weighing up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodations.

EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS APPLICABLE TO CAREERS:

The opportunity to learn about archival practices and theories and gain real work experience in the archives profession.

Training will be provided, and interns will gain skills relevant to work in archival, cultural heritage, and museum environments. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education: Undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at the University of Wyoming.

Experience:  

• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, performing them in a relatively short period of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written format.
• Computer, software, and writing skills commensurate with the creation of college level class assignments.
• Attention to detail and the ability to analyze and describe collection contents to provide suitable finding aids. 
• Physically capable of moving large numbers of boxes weighing 25lbs to 75lbs and dealing with dust, dirt, and other potential allergens, with or without reasonable accommodations.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Interest in modern history, archives, museums, and libraries
• Knowledge of archives theory and practice.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Four references 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.  

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