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How much do internship archivist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship archivist in the United States is $72,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $83,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as an Internship Archivist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and foundational knowledge in records management or library science, often gained through coursework or related experience. Familiarity with digital archiving software, content management systems, and Microsoft Office is commonly expected, and pursuing or possessing certifications in archival studies can be beneficial. Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help you navigate diverse tasks and collaborate with colleagues. These skills are vital to accurately preserving, organizing, and providing access to valuable records in a professional archive setting.

What are some typical responsibilities of an Internship Archivist?

As an Internship Archivist, you'll often assist with organizing, cataloging, and preserving physical and digital records under the supervision of experienced archivists. Your daily tasks may include inventorying collections, creating descriptive records, digitizing documents, and helping to answer research queries from staff or visitors. You'll likely work as part of a collaborative team, learning archival best practices and gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard tools. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills and gain exposure to a professional archives environment, serving as a strong foundation for a future career in archives or information management.

What is an Internship Archivist job?

An Internship Archivist assists in organizing, preserving, and managing historical or institutional records. Responsibilities may include cataloging documents, digitizing materials, conducting research, and ensuring proper storage conditions. Interns often work under the supervision of professional archivists to gain hands-on experience in archival practices. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates interested in history, library science, or records management.

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Infographic showing various Internship Archivist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% As Needed, 5% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 34% Temporary, 1% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,781 per year, or $35 per hour.

Audio Visual Metadata and Training Data Internship - Fall 2026

WGBH Educational Foundation

Boston, MA โ€ข On-site

$17/hr

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

GBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.
At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, every Tuesday and Wednesday, Hybrid staff are also welcome to come in additional days each week or may be asked to come in on other days by their manager.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The GBH Archives catalogs, tracks, organizes, and preserves the media used to create GBH productions. The GBH Archives holds physical and digital media and paper records, including materials that need to be retained for production, legal, financial, historical, or administrative purposes.
GBH Archives also collaborates with the Library of Congress to coordinate the American Archive of Public Broadcasting, a national effort to preserve and make accessible historically significant public radio and television programming that has aired over the past 70+ years.
JOB OVERVIEW
The GBH Archives is offering a part-time paid internship for a student in an accredited undergrad or master's program. The intern will work with members of the GBH Archives team, focused on preservation of archival CDs for the American Archive of Public Broadcasting.
RESPONSIBLITIES
  • Test and update workflows for preserving CDs in the American Archive of Public Broadcasting
  • Create automatically generated transcripts and captions from public media programs
  • Perform item-level cataloging of audio material in the American Archive of Public Broadcasting
  • Become acquainted with the PBCore metadata schema
  • Meet and receive mentorship from GBH Archives staff
  • Write a capstone blog post with reflections on the preservation of archival audio

SKILL SET
  • Experience or interest working with optical media
  • Working knowledge of the basic archival principles for arrangement, description, preservation, and access
  • Experience with asset management systems, database systems, or cataloging
  • Strong attention to detail

JOB-STATUS
Paid Internship $17/hour (Part-time, 20 hr/wk)
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
GBH internships provide students with valuable work experience and real-world knowledge across many fields of study, from TV and radio production to web design, accounting, law, and other administrative areas.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
  • Dates: September 14th to December 4th
  • Candidates must have their own computer and access to Wifi.
  • Candidates must be in an Undergrad or Grad program and have work authorization for the United States.

LOCATION
Hybrid - 1 Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135
To learn more about our program, follow us on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/gbhinterns/
Salary Range
$17.00 - $17.00Compensation offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and internal pay equity.
GBH is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve are diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, GBH does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment, or promotion based on race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Application Process Assistance
GBH will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate an accommodation request, contact the Human Resource department by sending an email to human_resources@wgbh.org or by calling 617-300-2000.