About the role#
Austin PBS is seeking an undergraduate student to join the Archives team. This part-time, paid internship provides hands-on experience with archival materials, digital preservation workflows, and legacy media formats. You will work with the Director of Archives and the Digital Archives Specialist to support the preservation and accessibility of the station's history.
What you'll do#
- Digitize photographs, audio, and video materials.
- Arrange and describe unprocessed archival collections.
- Create finding aids and metadata using schemas like Dublin Core.
- Organize and clean archival datasets to improve usability.
- Answer research requests from staff and the public.
- Help with special archive projects, pop-up displays, and station events.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student in an accredited college or university.
- A major in a relevant field such as History, Computer Science, Anthropology, or Data Science.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- An interest in archives, digital preservation, storytelling, and public media.
- Basic familiarity with digital media formats and file types is a plus.
- Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 30 lbs.
- A willingness to learn and collaborate with a team.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Austin, Texas.
- This is an on-site position for the full duration of the internship.
- The term runs from January 26, 2027, to May 7, 2027.
- The pay rate is $20 per hour.
About Austin PBS
Austin PBS is a community-supported, locally-owned broadcast media station based in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1962, the nonprofit produces over 130 hours of original content annually. It serves the Central Texas region by focusing on arts, culture, news, and education. The organization maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
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