Acquisitions Intern, Asia Pacific Canada Team

About the role#

The Acquisitions Intern for the Asia Pacific Canada Team supports the Archives and Area Support Division within the Church History Department. This role focuses on documenting Church history across Asia, Canada, the Pacific, and the Philippines. Interns work under the direction of professional archivists and historians to gain experience in archival research, record acquisition, and workflow management while contributing to global documentation and digitization programs.

What you'll do#

• Record oral histories and gather records from mission leaders, missionaries, and Church members throughout Asia and the Pacific.
• Process archival records in both paper and electronic formats.
• Support digitization projects and assist in the end-to-end workflow management of records, from acquisition through processing and storage.
• Conduct remote video and audio interviews with Church members in foreign countries.

What you'll need#

• A Bachelor’s degree (or be a senior within 6 months of graduation) in History, Library Science, International Studies, Asian Studies, Anthropology, Religious Studies, or a related field.
• A basic understanding of archival research, theory, and practices.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Excellent English and editorial skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• A self-motivated and dependable work ethic, with respect for confidentiality and workplace diversity.
• Preference is given to candidates with experience in the Pacific, Southeast Asia, or Asia, as well as those with foreign language skills, leadership experience, or familiarity with Church history and historiography.

Location & details#

• Location: Salt Lake City, Utah.
• Work Modality: On-site at the Church History Library.
• Schedule: 28 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• Duration: Anticipated 12-month term.
• Eligibility: Must be a current student or have graduated within the last 12 months. Employment is restricted to members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend.