What are the responsibilities and job description for the Archival Processing Intern (Staff Wage) position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library at the University of Virginia is seeking a graduate student or recent graduate for an archival processing internship focused on the William Faulkner Collection. This internship builds upon formal archival education by providing hands-on experience, supporting the Technical Services team in processing an archival collection.
The intern will perform archival duties such as collection surveying, arrangement, description, rehousing and labeling, and location management. They will receive training in archival practices and standards, collection handling, and finding aid creation in Archives Space while working under the supervision of experienced archivists and alongside other Special Collections professionals.
This experience will strengthen existing skills, introduce new ones, encourage collaboration and teamwork, and contribute to the intern's understanding of how archival theories and methods are applied in practice.
About the William Faulkner Collection (1824-2003)
The Faulkner Collection is the largest and most comprehensive archival collection of materials created by and relating to the American author William Faulkner. The collection spans 115 feet and is comprised of nearly 300 accessions. The collection has been partially processed by a professional archivist. A full inventory of the collection has been conducted, a detailed processing plan has been established, and the first two series have been completed (about 37 ft). The intern's work will generally follow the established processing plan but they may make recommendations for changes based upon their experience working with the collection. It is not expected that the intern will fully complete processing the collection; realistic goals will be set with the supervisor at the beginning of the internship.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled student or recent graduate (within one year) from a master's degree program in library and information science with a focus on archives
Completion of at least one course covering the principles of archival arrangement and description prior to the start of the internship
Demonstrated ability to work accurately with attention to detail
Responsive to feedback and willing to learn
Clear and consistent communication with supervisor and colleagues
Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve objectives
Interns are not required to have archives experience beyond their coursework
Pay rate: $22/hour
Duration and Hours: 32 hours per week for at least 8 weeks. Start and end dates for individual internships are negotiable. Typical working hours are 9-5, Monday through Friday.
Location: Onsite and in-person at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville
The deadline to apply is April 6, 2025.
Please note that all candidates will be considered on a rolling basis, and as such, this opportunity may close before the deadline.
This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/Resume, Cover Letter. Search on requisition number: R0070464.
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist at fkj2t@virginia.edu.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma and currently enrolled student or recent graduate (within one year) from a master's degree program in library and information science with a focus on archives. Completion of at least one course covering the principles of archival arrangement and description prior to the start of the internship.
Experience: At least one year of customer service experience.
Licensure: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require walking some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The job may also require occasional lifting of boxes up to 40 Lbs.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
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