The Shaker Historical Society is seeking a part-time intern to update the photograph archives finding aid and rehouse photographs in the Elizabeth Nord Library and Archives. The intern will gain hands-on experience organizing a subject-based archive, handling photographic materials, updating a publicly accessible finding aid, and, if time allows, digitizing and cataloging materials in CatalogIt.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arrange, number, rehouse, and describe photographic materials according to best practices

• Update an inventory and finding aid of photographic materials, including paper prints, tintypes, film negatives, and glass plate negatives

• Assemble shelving (with staff assistance) and rehouse framed photographs

• Provide periodic project updates to the public via social media and write a one-page project summary at the culmination of the internship for the museum’s newsletter

• Digitize and catalog materials in our CatalogIt collections management system (if time permits)

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled graduate student of library and information science, history, or related program; recent graduates (past 3 years) and currently enrolled undergraduate students with archives experience may also apply

• Familiarity with archival arrangement, description, and collection development

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Ability to synthesize and summarize data

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Proficiency in computer skills with a focus on Google Workspace

• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs to access the library and archives

• Must be able to frequently move about inside the library to access file cabinets and archives

DETAILS

• Location: Onsite at the Shaker Historical Society in Shaker Heights, Ohio

• Length: 180 hours* between June 2 through August 29, 2025; exact dates to be determined

• Compensation and hours: $17.00 per hour, 15 hours per week (Wednesday-Friday preferred)

TO APPLY: Please complete this application form or send a cover letter and resume to Brianna Treleven, Executive Director, at director@shakerhistory.org with “Photo Archives Internship” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed starting April 14, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. The Shaker Historical Society is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

*Please note that listed hours are contingent upon grant funding with awards announced April 25, 2025. Project schedule may be reduced if funding is not received.