College Intern for School Credit - Genealogy, Archives, Library Sciences
ORGANIZATION: NEW YORK GENEALOGICAL AND BIOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY
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The NYG&B is a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of New York family history. For the past 150 years, we have been preserving valuable genealogical and historical records, producing peer-reviewed genealogical scholarship, and providing crucial resources to help amateur and professional genealogists navigate New York genealogy research.
Interns play a significant and valued role at the NYG&B, carrying out challenging tasks that make an important and visible difference.
We are currently seeking interns to work on various digitization and indexing projects as part of the preservation process. We have a high-powered scanner that allows us to digitize thousands of records per week. Interest and experience in working with historical records, knowledge of early American and New York history, and experience reading handwriting are desired.
Internships are typically eight weeks long and require a 10 hour per week commitment in exchange for college credit.
Graduate students in the fields of public history, library and information science, archival management, and records management are encouraged to apply.
College students in the fields of history, American Studies, communications, digital media, and other relevant fields are encouraged to apply.
To apply, please e-mail a resume and cover letter to intern@nygbs.org. Interviews are required and may be conducted by Zoom. Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Successful candidates must demonstrate attention to detail, good organizational skills, and a comfort with technology.
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About NEW YORK GENEALOGICAL AND BIOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY
Location:
36 West 44th Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10036, US
Mission Statement
The New York Genealogical and Biographical Society (NYG&B) preserves, documents, and shares the stories of families across the state of New York. We engage with genealogists, biographers, historians, and organizations to establish the broader contexts of New York’s past. The NYG&B actively fosters connections between New York’s past and the present.
Description
As a membership organization, the NYG&B welcomes anyone with an interest in researching their personal family history or the family histories of others. Our membership includes thousands of genealogists, historians, and others from across the country. Learn more about membership in the NYG&B and how we can help you. A not-for-profit organization with tax exempt status, gifts to the NYG&B are tax deductible.
Our headquarters are located in New York City with a professional staff and a dedicated group of volunteers. We are governed by a distinguished Board of Trustees who serve voluntarily and contribute generously to our mission. Membership dues, annual gifts from members and trustees, and bequests allow us fulfill our mission. Explore waysyour support can help the NYG&B and preserve the stories of New York.
As the second oldest genealogical organization in the United States, the NYG&B has an extensive history - beginning with its founding in 1869.
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WHERE
36 W 44th St.Ste. 711New YorkNew York, NY 10036
DATE POSTED
April 17, 2023
SKILLS
- Library Sciences
- History
- Research
- Database Administration
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 10 hours per week
- Able to intern for school credit