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Vertical Files Archives Internship

The Shaker Historical Society is seeking a part-time intern to arrange, rehouse, and describe the vertical files collection in the Elizabeth Nord Library and Archives. The intern will gain hands-on experience organizing a subject-based archive, handling a wide variety of paper materials, appraising records, and creating a publicly accessible finding aid.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete a folder-level inventory of the vertical files

• Work with the Executive Director to develop a subject-based arrangement scheme and identify materials for transfer or disposal

• Rehouse materials in appropriate archival enclosures according to best practices

• Compile and publish a folder-level finding aid of the vertical files

• 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

• Arrange and describe additional artificial collections (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 preferred

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Ability to synthesize and summarize data for archival description

• 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: 150 hours* between June 1 through August 31, 2026; 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 “Vertical Files Internship” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed starting April 15, 2026 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 this position is contingent upon grant funding with awards announced April 27, 2026. The position may be cancelled if funding is not received or scaled back in hours and duration if only partial funding is awarded.

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