About the role#
The Family History Department is looking for a Metadata Technician Intern to help make historical record collections from Italy available for genealogical research. You will work under minimal supervision to create high-quality metadata for FamilySearch systems.
What you'll do#
- Organize and analyze records acquired from Italian archives.
- Work with historical documents, including those written in old handwritten scripts.
- Describe and categorize records to support worldwide access to genealogical resources.
What you'll need#
- Proficiency in Italian reading and writing.
- Strong computer skills, specifically in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to maintain focus for extended periods.
- Strong organizational skills and a production-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to excellence in your work.
- Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worthy to hold a temple recommend.
- Must be enrolled in an educational institution or within one year of graduation.
- Must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site in Lehi, Utah.
- This is a paid, part-time internship with a rolling term.
About The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a nonprofit organization based in Salt Lake City, Utah. It employs over 33,000 people to support its global operations in religion, humanitarian aid, and social services. The organization maintains facilities and develops technology to share its message and support church members. Employees work in various fields including finance, accounting, skilled trades, and licensed counseling.
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