Summary of Essential Intern Functions:
The Digital Library Intern will assist the Archivist in populating and cataloging assets in a new digital asset management system purchased by the Central Park Conservancy. The intern will assist the Archivist by:
Uploading assets of various formats to the new database
Entering metadata into records
Digitizing current collections
Organizing physical asset in preparation for storage and/or scanning
Researching ownership, copyrights and provenance of assets
Perform other duties as required
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree required
Currently studying for a Masters in Library and Information Sciences, or a recent graduate
Strong understanding of and experience with collections and cataloguing of digital resources
Flexible, attentive to detail, organized
Able to work independently and on teams to meet deadlines
Understanding of the importance of urban parks to healthy and vibrant cities and interest in furthering this notion
The candidate should feel comfortable with and have a strong understanding of cataloguing practices, with studies in library science, history, preservation, design, or planning
Excellent administrative, analytical, research and writing skills
Excellent oral and written communications