About the role#
The Texas Collection and University Archives at Baylor University is hiring an undergraduate student employee to assist with the preservation and management of archival collections. You will work on projects involving rare books, manuscripts, maps, and photographs while supporting the daily operations of the Guy B. Harrison, Jr. Reading Room.
What you'll do#
- Inventory, process, and preserve library and archival collections.
- Build finding aids to help organize materials.
- Monitor researchers in the reading room and assist patrons with scanning requests.
- Collaborate with other library student workers.
- Participate in professional development activities, including reading room desk training and online modules.
- Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- A minimum cumulative Baylor grade point average of 2.5.
- Current enrollment in a degree program, preferably in History, Journalism, or English.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Ability to work with limited supervision, show initiative, and make sound decisions.
- Critical thinking skills and high attention to detail.
- Ability to lift boxes and other heavy materials.
Location & details#
- Location: Carroll Library, Waco, Texas.
- Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday between 8am and 5pm.
- Term: Fall 2026, rolling.
- Pay: $10 per hour.
About Baylor University
Baylor University is a private Christian research institution located in Waco, Texas. Founded in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, the university serves a student body of more than 20,000. It maintains a faculty focused on research, teaching, and scholarship. The organization employs 8,475 people.
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