State Library Digitization Intern (College)

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student looking for a digitization internship? The State Library of Pennsylvania is seeking a dedicated intern to join our team of professionals. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to scan materials and load items into the library's digital access platform, as well as assist other services areas. By joining our department, you will learn the skills necessary to make your careers aspirations a reality!

As a State Library Digitization Intern, you will be responsible for scanning materials using an overhead or book scanner, creating appropriate digital files and object-specific metadata, as well as loading items into the library's digital access platform. You will also have the opportunity to assist in other services areas of the State Library and may perform research related to their digitization activities. Additional responsibilities include:

• Performing quality control on digital files
• Ingesting metadata and digital assets in the Digital Asset Management System
• Assisting the Rare Collections staff with repair and curation of fragile materials
• Performing reference service to patrons of the State Library
• Researching digitization issues as needed

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Internship, May 2025 through August 2025, approximately 15 to 20 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday - Thursday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a college full-time (carrying 12 or more undergraduate credits, or 9 or more graduate credits).
• Be in good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher)
• Spring of 2025 graduates may also be considered for this program.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.