About the role#
The California State Archives offers a graduate intern program for students pursuing a career in the archival profession. This position provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience by working alongside professional staff and scholars. We are looking for individuals who are seriously considering a career in this field and can commit to the program for one year.
What you'll do#
- Review records transferred from State Government entities to determine if they should be included in the State Archives collections.
- Create indexes and catalog information for various archival collections.
- Input data into the collection management system and conduct research searches.
- Perform basic preservation tasks.
- Provide reference services to the public, both in-person and remotely.
- Participate in specific preservation, digitization, or outreach projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a graduate student in History, Library Science, or a related field.
- Completion of at least four-semester units or six-quarter units.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
- Strong writing and research skills, along with excellent customer service abilities.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and work well both independently and with a team.
- Knowledge of California history and government, plus experience with historical records, is preferred.
- Completed coursework in information science or history is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position located in Sacramento, California.
- Work is part-time and temporary, with flexible scheduling available Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
- You must be able to commit to at least one shift per week between 9:30 AM and 12:30 PM or 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM.
- Compensation ranges from $21.49 to $30.57 per hour.
About University Enterprises, Inc.
University Enterprises, Inc. is a non-profit corporation based in Sacramento, California. Founded in 1946, it provides programs and services to support the campus community at Sacramento State. The organization employs 133 people. It functions as a resource for the educational and social environment of the university.
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