Archives Intern (Part-Time)

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Position Title Archives Intern (Part-Time) Department Vertebrate Paleontology - 019 Position Summary

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the worlds preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.

The department of Vertebrate Paleontology, in the Museums Division of Paleontology, is seeking a part-time Archives Intern, responsible for working with and supporting the Project Archivist in compiling and accessing the Frick Collections, weeding materials, and supporting efforts in conservation and digitization. They will participate in discussions of their findings in weekly status meetings.

This position is expected to work one day per week for approximately 7 hours.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide support in processing the Vertebrate Paleontology archives associated with the Frick Collections, including:
• Assess and analyze unprocessed materials.
• Select and document materials for future conservation.
• Assist in surveying, analyzing, and processing materials.
• Digitize materials.
• Assist with other duties relevant to the projects focus.

The expected salary range for the Archives Intern is $27/hour $31/hour. This position is overtime-eligible.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization, and depth and scope of experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field.
• Experience handling archival materials.
• Experience with digitization.
• Proficiency in the use of PC- and Mac-based software relevant to archival work.
• Training in archival theory and practice.
• Demonstrated success in arranging, describing, and processing archival collections, including writing finding aids while leveraging legacy arrangement and description.
• Experience working with physical archives, especially delicate physical collections.
• Experience working with flat files, maps, and/or art.
• Familiarity with basic preservation of archival materials, including proper handling, housing, and storage.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• ALA-accredited masters degree in library and information science, or current enrollment in an ALA-accredited masters program in library and information science.
• Archival processing in a museum or academic setting.
• Experience with using AI tools to digest large datasets.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
• Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
• Climbing: Ascending or descending physical structures.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. May include any of the following:
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.

Category Part-Time/Term Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period coming soon Union Status Non-Union FLSA Non-Exempt Expected Salary Minimum $27/hour Expected Salary Maximum $31/hour EEO Statement

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.

Quick Link https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4785

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number GS1006P Open Date 05/13/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in a field related to the scope of this position and its job duties?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience handling archival materials?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience with digitization?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents