As part of our Mountains to Metropolis Oral History Project (funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities), the Department of Museums,
Archives and Rare Books will offer a special opportunity for paid and course credit-eligible
internships for the Summer 2024 semester. Interns will assist in indexing and describing a collection of oral histories using
software applications and will conduct related historical research. Student interns
will work with members of the KSU Archives and Special Collections unit, housed in
the Sturgis Library on the Kennesaw campus.
NOTE: This is a paid internship at the rate of $11.50/hour.
Minimum Education Required Must be enrolled as a KSU student during the internship semester and be eligible for
internship credit. Consult with your academic advisor or department internship coordinator
to determine eligibility. Minimum Experience Required Must be enrolled at the Junior level or higher, with 1.5 – 2 years experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with indexing and describing oral histories using the Oral History Metadata
Synchronizer.
- Engage in historical research to support indexing and description activities.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, independent judgment, communication (verbal
and written), time management, and presentation skills
- Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
- Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking
- Strong historical research skills
- Comfortable learning new software systems/applications
Preferred
- Interest in 20th Century American history and/or Georgia History
Applications for Summer 2024 internships will be accepted starting March 1.
To apply, please email the following to archives@kennesaw.edu:
- Resume, including your contact information, anticipated graduation date (if known),
and work experience
- Cover letter including a brief description of your interest in the internship
A maximum of 3 hours of course credit is available per internship, contingent on permission from the internship coordinator within your major/area of study.
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