Intern Library Assistant - Archives
Job ID: 284072
Location: GHC - Cartersville Instr. Site
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Job Summary
This program provides students with an opportunity to develop first-hand knowledge of the library science profession and gain hands on experience. This position assists with organizing, cataloging, digitizing, and processing archival materials and assisting with displays and exhibits, offering library support, and gaining experience in archival practices.'
This position is onsite at our Cartersville Campus
Must be currently enrolled full-time in accredited college in a relevant program (library science, history, etc.)
Responsibilities
• Is responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies.'
• Archival Material Handling:
• Assisting with the organization, arrangement, and processing of archival materials'
• Cataloging and describing archival collections'
• Assisting with the digitization, preservation and conservation of materials'
• Research and Reference:
• Answering patron inquiries related to archival materials'
• Assisting researchers with locating and accessing materials'
• Display and Exhibits:
• Assisting with the planning and preparation of archival displays and exhibits'
• Creating labels and interpretive materials for exhibits'
• Other Duties:
• Fulfilling tasks assigned by supervisor'
• Performing clerical duties, such as filing and data entry'
• Assisting with library operations, such as shelving books or helping patrons'
• Learning technical skills related to archives and libraries.'
• Performs other duties as assigned.'
Required Qualifications
• Currently enrolled full-time in accredited college in a relevant program (library science, history, etc.)
• Completion of at least the introductory courses in archives principles and practices via an accredited library science program is preferred.
Proposed Salary
This is an UNPAID Intern position
19 hrs or less per week
Required Documents to Attach
Cover Letter
Resume
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Knowledge of archival principles and practices
• Strong organizational skills ' attention to details
• Written and oral communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Apply Before Date
This position is NOT scheduled to start before FALL 2025
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at mailto: jobs@highlands.edu?subject=Job%20Opening%20Questions
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email mailto:support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Job ID: 284072
Location: GHC - Cartersville Instr. Site
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Job Summary
This program provides students with an opportunity to develop first-hand knowledge of the library science profession and gain hands on experience. This position assists with organizing, cataloging, digitizing, and processing archival materials and assisting with displays and exhibits, offering library support, and gaining experience in archival practices.'
This position is onsite at our Cartersville Campus
Must be currently enrolled full-time in accredited college in a relevant program (library science, history, etc.)
Responsibilities
• Is responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies.'
• Archival Material Handling:
• Assisting with the organization, arrangement, and processing of archival materials'
• Cataloging and describing archival collections'
• Assisting with the digitization, preservation and conservation of materials'
• Research and Reference:
• Answering patron inquiries related to archival materials'
• Assisting researchers with locating and accessing materials'
• Display and Exhibits:
• Assisting with the planning and preparation of archival displays and exhibits'
• Creating labels and interpretive materials for exhibits'
• Other Duties:
• Fulfilling tasks assigned by supervisor'
• Performing clerical duties, such as filing and data entry'
• Assisting with library operations, such as shelving books or helping patrons'
• Learning technical skills related to archives and libraries.'
• Performs other duties as assigned.'
Required Qualifications
• Currently enrolled full-time in accredited college in a relevant program (library science, history, etc.)
• Completion of at least the introductory courses in archives principles and practices via an accredited library science program is preferred.
Proposed Salary
This is an UNPAID Intern position
19 hrs or less per week
Required Documents to Attach
Cover Letter
Resume
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Knowledge of archival principles and practices
• Strong organizational skills ' attention to details
• Written and oral communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Apply Before Date
This position is NOT scheduled to start before FALL 2025
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at mailto: jobs@highlands.edu?subject=Job%20Opening%20Questions
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email mailto:support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6149753
Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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