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By gsliscomm, May 7, 2013 2:55 pm

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Audiovisual Archives Internship
LISTING NUMBER 13-AV-01
Posting Date: 3 May 2013
Closing Date: 17 May 2013

Interns in the Audiovisual Archives of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library primarily assist staff in answering reference requests and making reproductions of audiovisual materials. The intern’s primary responsibility will be working directly with off-site patrons, which requires excellent research dexterity and customer service skills. Patrons may include anyone from film producers to publishers to independent researchers, and requests cover a wide variety of topics and media. Ability to handle multiple inquiries at once, prioritizing needs according to deadlines, and initiative to start new requests are key factors to a successful internship.

In the course of their duties, interns will use digital resources such as the public online digital archives and the JFK Library’s digital asset management system, Documentum. Interns will also handle original photographs, negatives, ¼” reel-to-reel audio tape, and motion picture film, among other analog media. In fulfilling reproduction requests, AV archives interns may learn to use the video edit suite, the digital audio workstation, and the photo scanning station. When reference demands are light, there may be limited opportunities for special projects depending on the intern’s interest and the archives’ needs.

The Audiovisual Archives has openings for one or more interns to work full time or part time. Please include the following materials in your application:

• Cover letter stating why you are interested in an internship in the Audiovisual Archives and expected graduation date
• Resume
• Unofficial transcript
• Letter of recommendation

Closing date for this posting is 17 May 2013. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted electronically with the subject line stating “AV Internship Application-[Your Name]” to laurie.austin[at]nara.gov or by mail to:

Laurie Austin
Audiovisual Archives
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125

Candidates must be US citizens currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, ideally in archival studies, public history, or a program in media arts with a strong audiovisual focus. Interns will receive a monthly stipend of $1,400 (full time, 5 days/week) or $560 (part time, 2 days/week), paid on the 15th of the month. Summer internships start June 15th and end August 14th. There may be the possibility to re-apply for an internship for the fall semester. The archives are open Monday through Friday.

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By gsliscomm, April 30, 2013 4:39 pm

Summer Photograph Digitization Internships Available, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is currently seeking applicants for full or part time photograph digitization internship positions in our Archives Processing and Digitization Unit. Interns will prepare, scan, and catalog archival photographic negatives from our White House Photograph collection. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining digital experience in an archives setting. Basic knowledge of Photoshop is desired, and knowledge of photography and/or imaging science is helpful.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate program in archival studies or public history. Previous experience processing archival materials is preferred. Interns will receive a monthly stipend of $1,400 (full time, 5 days/week) or $560 (part time, 2 days/week), paid on the 15th of the month. Summer internships start May 15th and end August 14th.

For more information about the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, please visit our website at: http://www.jfklibrary.org/

To apply, please submit a current resume and cover letter by May 6, 2013 via email to Erica Boudreau at erica.boudreau@nara.gov, or send it to:

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Archives Processing and Digitization Unit
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125

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By gsliscomm, April 30, 2013 4:35 pm

Summer Audiovisual Digitization Internship Available, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is currently seeking applicants for full or part time audiovisual digitization internship positions in our Archives Processing and Digitization Unit. The intern will inventory and catalog moving image and audio materials and assist with quality control of digitized moving image materials. The intern may also assist with some of the following: prepare and pack audiovisual materials for shipment to vendors for digitization, embed metadata in digital files, and convert digital files from master formats to distribution formats. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining digital experience in an archives setting. Basic knowledge of digital audio editing software and nonlinear video editing software is desired, and experience handling sound and/or moving image media is helpful.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate program in archival studies or public history or a program in media arts with a strong audiovisual focus. Interns will receive a monthly stipend of $1,400 (full time, 5 days/week) or $560 (part time, 2 days/week), paid on the 15th of the month. Summer internships start May 15th and end August 14th.

For more information about the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, please visit our website at: http://www.jfklibrary.org/

To apply, please submit a current resume and cover letter by May 6, 2013 via email to Bill Bjelf at william.bjelf@nara.gov, or send it to:

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Archives Processing and Digitization Unit
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125

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By gsliscomm, April 30, 2013 4:33 pm

Summer Processing Internships Available, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is currently seeking applicants for full or part time processing internship positions in our Archives Processing and Digitization Unit. Interns will participate in a wide variety of projects under the direction of professional archivists. Students have the opportunity to gain career-relevant archival experience in a Presidential Library while contributing to the work of the institution.

After orientation with institutional processing procedures, and under close supervision, archival interns will have the opportunity to arrange, describe, re-house, and preserve archival materials within the Library’s collections. Interns will be expected to work both independently as well as in teams with other graduate-level interns. In addition, interns may expect to learn about other levels of archival description including basic intellectual control and inventory and transfer of non-textual materials to appropriate departments, as well as exposure to the Library’s new digital initiative.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate program in archival studies or public history. Previous experience processing archival materials is preferred. Interns will receive a monthly stipend of $1,400 (full time, 5 days/week) or $560 (part time, 2 days/week), paid on the 15th of the month. Summer internships start May 15th and end August 14th.

For more information about the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, please visit our website at: http://www.jfklibrary.org/

To apply, please submit a current resume and cover letter by May 6, 2013 via email to Erica Boudreau at erica.boudreau@nara.gov, or send it to:

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Archives Processing and Digitization Unit
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125

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By gsliscomm, April 30, 2013 4:31 pm

Summer Oral History Internships Available, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is currently seeking applicants for full or part time oral history internship positions in our Archives Processing and Digitization Unit. The Oral History Program is one of the oldest continuing activities of the John F. Kennedy Library, with a collection containing over 1,200 interviews. After orientation with institutional processing and editing procedures, and under close supervision, the oral history intern will have the opportunity to review, edit, format, identify content, and provide structure and access points to the transcripts of individual interviews though the creation of table of contents and indices with the goal of digitization and eventual posting online through the Library’s website.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate program in archival studies or public history. Previous experience processing archival materials is preferred. Interns will receive a monthly stipend of $1,400 (full time, 5 days/week) or $560 (part time, 2 days/week), paid on the 15th of the month. Summer internships start May 15th and end August 14th.

For more information about the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, please visit our website at: http://www.jfklibrary.org/.

For more information about the oral history project, please visit:
http://www.jfklibrary.org/Research/About-Our-Collections/Oral-history-program.aspx

To apply, please submit a current resume and cover letter by May 6, 2013 via email to Jenny Marciello at jennifer.marciello@nara.gov, or send it to:

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Archives Processing and Digitization Unit
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125

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By gsliscomm, April 29, 2013 2:22 pm

Children’s/Young Adult Librarian, Redwood Library & Athenaeum, Newport, RI

The Redwood Library and Athenaeum in Newport, RI, is seeking an outgoing, enthusiastic, and self-directed part-time Children’s/Young Adult Librarian to create a welcoming atmosphere and provide high-quality, consistent programming and services. The Children’s Library will reopen in June in a freshly-renovated space with new shelving.

The Library

Founded in 1747 upon the principle of “having nothing in view but the good of mankind,” the Redwood Library and Athenaeum is the oldest lending library in America, and the oldest library building in continuous use in the country.

Responsibilities

The Children’s/Young Adult Librarian is solely responsible for all library activities, educational programs, and services specific to Children and Young Adults, including collection development, policies, and programming. The Librarian is responsible for developing forward-looking strategies for Children’s and YA services and coordinating those service operations with other library services and functions. Specific duties include:

1. Develops, plans, promotes, and facilitates a consistent schedule of high-quality programs for children and young adults, with primary emphasis on meeting the needs of members.

2. Develops and implements creative approaches to serving children’s and young adult library needs.

3. Oversees budget recommendations, acquisitions, and collection development of children’s and young adult library materials.

4. Supervises children’s and young adult department volunteers and interns.

Qualifications

1. Master’s Degree in library and information science with minimum 2 years professional experience in a children’s/young adult setting.

2. Knowledge of current children’s and teen literature, reference resources, and practices.

3. Fluency in office and library software as well as current recreational technology used by children and teens.

4. Initiative, flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and good written and verbal communication skills.

Schedule

Part time with some weekday morning and afternoon hours and regular Saturday hours. July and August schedule will be 22 hours/week, with 17 hours/week during the remainder of the year.

Salary: $21/hour

Application Process: Letter of interest and resume with three references to Maria Bernier, Assistant Director, at mbernier@redwoodlibrary.org or mail to Maria Bernier, Redwood Library & Athenaeum, 50 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840.

Application deadline is May 10, 2013.

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By gsliscomm, April 23, 2013 2:40 pm

The American Antiquarian Society has two openings for full time summer pages. The positions are temporary, beginning on or about May 13th. Approximately 35 hours per week, no weekends. Summer pages will be responsible for assisting readers at the busy Readers’ Services desk, paging library material from the stacks, returning library material, and operating the library’s online circulation system. Past experience at a high volume circulation / reference desk preferred.

Please send a resume and cover letter to cmackey@mwa.org. Review of applications will begin immediately.

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By gsliscomm, April 23, 2013 2:29 pm

The MWRA is a Massachusetts public authority which provides wholesale water and sewer services to 2.5 million people and more than 5,500 large industrial users in 61 metropolitan Boston communities. The Library supports a wide range of functions, including engineering, construction, operations, maintenance, and legal by bringing in external information resources and organizing internal information.

This internship provides an opportunity to gain familiarity with all aspects of running a small, specialized library, especially since one of the tasks will be to document our work processes. It is especially appropriate for someone interested in cataloging, from the selection of a library system through catalog migration, and also cataloging of local, non-standard materials.

Job Description:
• Learn daily Library operations, provide coverage, and update procedures for the Library Handbook (SOPs).
• Prepare for Library catalog and server migration and support implementation.
• Improve electronic access to internal and external bibliographic information.
• Inventory, catalog and provide user aids and signage for Operations and Maintenance manuals.

Supervision Received:
Works under direction of the Library Supervisor.

Qualifications:
• Enrollment in a Library Science Degree Program
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Cataloging and database experience preferred.

Other Information:
• Work Location: MWRA, Chelsea, MA. 2 Griffin Way.
• Compensation: $11.22 – $15.30 per hour based on education level.
• Work Schedule: Flexible 20-37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday between 8:00 to 5:00.
• This internship can continue into the school year.

How to apply:
• Applications are available on line at www.mwra.com.
• Please send your application along with your cover letter and resume to susan.carter@mwra.com or fax it to 617-788-4897.

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By gsliscomm, April 22, 2013 3:54 pm

Library Information Products / Reference Assistant
Harvard Business School, Baker Library – Stamps Reading Room

Excellent opportunity to assist with and learn more about the development and maintenance of library information products (research guides, FAQ’s, help sheets). The position will require working knowledge of business research databases in order to provide general research and administrative support in an academic business library.

Available immediately, this is a 15 hour per week, temporary position and will continue through the summer.

Hours: TBD

Specific Duties:

· Performs information product reviews, updates and revisions.

· Provides in-person and online research and reference support

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

· Excellent customer service and communication skills are required.

· Familiarity with website maintenance (ex: basic knowledge of HTML) preferred.

· Knowledge of business databases and resources strongly preferred.

· Library reference experience strongly preferred.

· Attention to detail necessary.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Please send letter of interest, resume to:

Meghan Dolan
Curriculum & Learning Services
Baker Library | Bloomberg Center
Harvard Business School
Soldiers Field
Boston, MA 02163

mdolan@hbs.edu

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By gsliscomm, April 22, 2013 1:44 pm

Systems Resource Management, Inc. (SRM) is currently seeking a full-time professional to work as an on-site government contractor supporting the Technical Library at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport. This person will perform a variety of tasks in support of engineering and scientific customers, including the following:

• Supporting library and information management projects and program management activities (management/administration and library specific projects)
• Providing research services related process design and implementation support
• Generating reports and other deliverables on time and within budget
• Explaining and assisting in the use of all library services and related policies
• Responding to user inquiries (reference and policy inquiries)
• Participating in archiving and electronic records management projects
• Providing outreach, training and marketing support
• Providing website and information architecture support
• Supporting compliance, inventory and inspection related tasking as needed
• Supporting library circulation, cataloging and reference functions as needed

Requirements:
• BA/BS degree; advanced degree preferred (MBA, MPA, MLIS or MLS)
• Experience in a special library or engineering and scientific information management environment is highly desired
• Familiarity with library and documentation systems and databases
• Self-motivated with good analytical and communication skills, oral and written
• Demonstrated organizational skills in planning, prioritizing, and achieving goals with evidence of successful project management experience (3+ years preferred)
• Advanced research experience within professional services firms, academia, government or equivalent (2+ years preferred)
• Research services related process design and implementation experience. Proven research and database capabilities.
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail; effective at prioritizing and multi-tasking
• Solid problem-solving orientation, ability to work in a fast-paced, team and service-oriented environment
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Access and Adobe Professional.
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong knowledge of the principles and practices of archiving electronic records
• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory, as is the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance

If you are interested in joining the SRM team, please forward your resume and a cover letter to:

employment@srminc.net
Fax 401-849-2993
http://www.srminc.net

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