Summary

The Ingalls Library at the Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a detail-oriented candidate to assist with physical processing and preservation of books in collaboration with Preservation staff. Under the guidance of seasoned professionals, the Fellow will gain experience in standards and best practices of proper handling, cleaning, and mending of library materials including rare and special collections in a variety of physical formats.

The fellowship offers essential tools and insights for any person whose career plans include preservation, technical services librarianship, and art librarianship.

Key Details

• Duration: 9–12 months
• Schedule: 20 hours per week

Deadline: May 25, 2026

Eligibility

• The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in an MLIS program with a concentration in technical services, or an advanced undergraduate (rising senior) preparing to enroll in an MLIS program, in good academic standing.
• Experience with measuring, precision work, and other hand skills. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, craftsmanship, and the ability to meet deadlines and quotas. Ability to work independently and sustain attention to detail over a long period of time and interpret complex instructions.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) with emphasis in art history or related field
• Familiarity with integrated library systems and OCLC
• Experience working with delicate materials, precision work
• Experience with hand tools and other equipment

Compensation

$18 per hour

About

The Cleveland Museum of Art is renowned for the quality and breadth of its collection, which includes more than 63,000 artworks and spans 6,000 years of achievement in the arts.

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