Digital Collections Library Intern - College

Are you interested in exploring a career in public service? The State Library of Pennsylvania Digitization and Technical Services Section is on the lookout for an ambitious and dedicated Digital Collections Library Intern. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience and assist with a wide-range of activities involving various program areas within the agency. If you are eager to acquire fulfilling work experience that can enhance your career prospects after graduation, we encourage you to apply today!

As the Digital Collections Library Intern, you will scan materials using an overhead or V-shaped book scanner, create appropriate digital files, object-specific metadata, and load items into the library's digital access platform. Interns will also have the opportunity to assist in other services areas of the State Library and may perform research related to their digitization activities.

• Prepare materials for digitization
• Scan materials using an overhead or book scanner as appropriate
• Perform quality control on digital files
• Create metadata records for scanned materials
• Ingest metadata and digital assets in the Digital Asset Management System
• Assist the Rare Collections staff with repair and curation of fragile materials
• Perform reference service to patrons of the State Library Research digitization issues as necessary

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 10 week internship, approximately 15-20 hours per week
• Work hours are flexible between the hours of 7:30 AM-5:00 PM, Tuesday thru Thursday with 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Internship Requirements:

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's program.

Additional Requirements:

• You must include a letter of Interest in the application.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.