About the role#
This is an experiential learning internship with USF Libraries for the Winter 2027 term. You will help build a sustainability data portal for the NPML Digital Collections. The project focuses on organizing datasets and documentation related to campus sustainability initiatives to make them openly accessible for research and curricular activities.
What you'll do#
- Identify, compile, organize, and describe datasets and digital collections.
- Help build a sustainability data portal for NPML Digital Collections.
- Differentiate between archival and non-archival information for long-term preservation.
- Apply best practices for the organization and description of sustainability-related datasets.
- Create finding aids, exhibits, or other descriptive metadata to improve access and discoverability.
What you'll need#
- You must be an undergraduate student.
- Familiarity with Excel spreadsheets is preferred.
- Knowledge of USF St. Petersburg campus sustainability initiatives or experience with student organizations is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Saint Petersburg, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Employment: Part-time, paid position.
About University of South Florida
The University of South Florida is a public research institution founded in 1956. It operates campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. The university serves approximately 50,000 students from nearly 150 countries. It maintains a large research program and holds membership in the Association of American Universities.
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