Summer Special Collections InternshipPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4470614) ApplySummer Special Collections InternshipSalary$15.00 HourlyLocation Iowa City - 52240 - Johnson County, IAJob TypeInternshipJob Number24-03509Agency005 Department of Administrative ServicesOpening Date04/15/2024Closing Date4/25/2024 11:59 PM CentralLinkedIn Tag#LI-DNPPoint of ContactMatthew Jayne at matthew.jayne@iowa.govTo ApplyApplicants will apply through NEOGov
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Job DescriptionSpecial Collections InternLocation:State Historical Society in Iowa City, IowaSemester:Summer 2024 (Tuesday, May 21st – Thursday, August 8th)Compensation: $15 per hour, 8 hours per weekInternship Overview:Join the State Historical Society of Iowa as a Special Collections Intern this summer! This exciting internship offers the opportunity to process approximately 8 linear feet of unprocessed photographic collections, working directly with an experienced archivist on a meaningful project.Key Responsibilities:
Organize historical photographs into archival envelopes.
Label photographs with clear handwriting and re-box them for easy accessibility.
Create and maintain an inventory of the collection using Microsoft Excel.
Collaborate with the archivist to ensure efficient project completion.
Work on-site during open hours (Tuesday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM).
Position Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. (e.g., bankers’ boxes).
Strong handwriting skills for labeling.
Proficiency in reading cursive handwriting.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the archival field while contributing to the preservation of Iowa's rich history. Apply today to be part of our dedicated team!This is a non-merit internship position. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprises. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Minimum Qualification RequirementsApplicants for positions in this class must be currently enrolled students in a degree program at an accredited educational institution, as determined by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise.For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/classandpay/JobClassDescriptions/AdministrativeIntern-00705.pdf) .01 Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
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AgencyState of IowaAgency005 Department of Administrative ServicesAddressHoover State Office Building1305 E Walnut StDes Moines, Iowa, 50319Websitehttps://das.iowa.govApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email