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Position Overview Patricia Nash Designs is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated intern to ... Maintain and organize physical and digital archives of samples, leathers, hardware, trims, and ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for digital archivist intern in the United States is $18.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Digital Archivist Intern job?

A Digital Archivist Intern assists in the organization, preservation, and accessibility of digital records and archival materials. Responsibilities may include digitizing physical documents, managing metadata, using digital preservation tools, and ensuring proper storage of digital assets. Interns often work with librarians, archivists, and IT professionals to maintain archival integrity. This role provides hands-on experience in digital curation, valuable for careers in libraries, museums, and corporate archives.

What types of projects or daily tasks can a Digital Archivist Intern expect to work on?

As a Digital Archivist Intern, you can expect to work on projects such as organizing digital files, creating and maintaining metadata records, digitizing archival materials, and assisting with quality control of digital assets. Day-to-day responsibilities may involve collaborating with staff to implement archival standards, performing basic preservation checks, and updating digital asset management systems. You may also participate in research and outreach initiatives to enhance accessibility and discoverability of the digital collections. This role offers a hands-on environment that helps build practical skills valuable for advancing in the field of digital archiving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Digital Archivist Intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Digital Archivist Intern, you need a strong understanding of digital asset management, metadata standards, and basic archival practices—usually supported by coursework in library science or information studies. Familiarity with digital archiving software (such as Archivematica, CONTENTdm, or Omeka), content management systems, and knowledge of digitization processes is often required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with team members are valuable soft skills. These competencies are essential for ensuring the long-term preservation, accessibility, and integrity of digital collections in a collaborative archival setting.

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Intern - Undergraduate Archival Processing

Intern - Undergraduate Archival Processing

Minnesota Historical Society

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

$16.50/hr

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Posted 19 days ago

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TITLE: Intern - Undergraduate Archival Posting Intern


LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102


COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly


HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position from approximately September 14, 2026 to December 20, 2026. A part-time intern must be available to work 15 hours per week. This position offers a flexible work schedule, coordinated with the intern’s school schedule and operational needs. Preferred working hours are 5 hour shifts scheduled between 9-5.


POSTING DATE: June 26, 2026


DEADLINE DATE: July 14, 2026


SEMINAR EVENTS: Interns are required to participate in three, in-person seminars focused on professional development, learning how cultural organizations operate, and building a network of industry professionals. At the end of the semester, interns complete a final presentation to share their work.


Please ensure you are available for these dates when applying:

  • Thursday, September 24 from 11:30am-1:00pm

  • Thursday, October 15

  • Thursday, November 12 from 2:00pm-4:00pm

  • Final Presentations: Thursday, December 17 from 11:00am-1:00pm


TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a cover letter, resume, and any required additional materials by the application deadline date.


APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:

  • PDF copy of unofficial transcript



DESCRIPTION: This intern will assist the ingestion of paper-based, PDF and Word legacy finding aids into the ASpace database. These interns may also assist the ASpace Migration Team with QC checking finding aids on an as-needed basis.


RESPONSIBILITIES: Introduction to Data Entry & Description (50%): 1) ArchivesSpace Data Input: Learn to use the ArchivesSpace interface to type up and organize collection inventories (box and folder lists); 2) Finding Aid Creation: Under supervision, assist in drafting basic descriptions and historical summaries for specific archival folders or small collections; 3) Data Cleanup: Help update older, typed paper inventories or spreadsheet data and move them into the modern ArchivesSpace system.

Collection Handling & Preservation (40%): 4) Assist with the physical processing of collections, which includes sorting historical materials chronologically or topically; 5) Re-house old, fragile materials into acid-free folders and specialized archival boxes to ensure their long-term survival; 6) Identify and remove damaging physical fasteners such as rusted paperclips, staples, and degrading rubber bands.

Mentorship & Professional Development (10%): 7) Shadow archive staff to learn about different aspects of the profession (e.g., digitization, reference services, and public exhibits); 8) Complete a short, final reflection or presentation about the collection worked on during the semester.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student, or have graduated within the past 12 months at the time of application.

  • Ideal candidates might be currently pursuing, or a graduate with a degree in the following areas: History, English, Art History, Anthropology, Computer Science, or Digital Humanities are highly encouraged to apply, though all majors are welcome.

  • Prior archival or library experience is not required; comprehensive, step-by-step training will be provided.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy when typing and entering data.

  • Curiosity about history and a desire to learn about cultural preservation.

  • Comfortable working on a computer and learning new software interfaces.

  • Ability to follow detailed, written instructions and ask questions when clarification is needed.


Should you have questions with the application process, email internships@mnhs.org or call 651-259-3191.


At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, interns, volunteers, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.