About the role#
The 5th District Department of Corrections is offering an internship for Spring 2027. You will gain hands-on experience by working on a project to digitize physical records. This role focuses on transforming paper files into secure digital assets.
What you'll do#
- Prepare physical files for scanning by organizing documents, removing staples or clips, and repairing damaged pages.
- Operate high-volume commercial document scanners to create digital copies.
- Index, tag, and organize digital files in the document management system using established naming conventions.
- Perform quality control checks to ensure all scanned images are legible, complete, and categorized correctly.
- Handle sensitive organizational and operational records while maintaining strict confidentiality.
What you'll need#
- You must be at least 18 years old and have completed at least two years of college.
- You must be currently enrolled at an accredited educational institution.
- Strong attention to detail and high accuracy in repetitive tasks.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and use professional judgment.
- Basic proficiency with computers, digital file systems, and standard office software.
- Dependability, punctuality, and the ability to work independently after training.
- Experience with office equipment or data entry is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in Des Moines, Iowa.
- The position is on-site and unpaid.
- The term begins in January 2027.
- Hours are flexible based on your needs.
About State of Iowa - Executive Branch
The State of Iowa Executive Branch delivers public services through 16 distinct agencies. These departments manage sectors ranging from agriculture and transportation to public health and corrections. Established in 1858, the organization employs over 10,000 people. It focuses on efficiency and service delivery for the citizens of Iowa.
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