Website Peabody Essex Museum
Summary
Join the Phillips Library, PEM’s research library, as digital projects intern for Spring 2027! Our digitization program exponentially increases free, worldwide access to our collections and demonstrates that the library is a vital and engaged part of the museum and its communities. The project will include digitization for our online collections portal, including the imaging and post-processing of collections. The incumbent will also create metadata using local rules. The incumbent may also inventory glass plate negatives and prepare materials for digitization to be completed by our external partners.
In addition to time spent on the main project, the intern will have time to shadow other library departments. We will provide a broad view of library operations and encourage interns to participate in meetings, small projects, outings, and other opportunities as they arise.
Key Details
Stipend: $2,000
Duration: 12 weeks (January 21 – April 26, 2027)
Schedule: 15 hours/week (180 hours total)
Deadline: December 6, 2026
Eligibility
Undergraduate degree required for this position. Progress in a Master of Library and Information Science is preferred. Interest in library services or a related field. Competence with Microsoft Office and Google suites. Attention to detail. Organizational and interpersonal skills. The intern will receive training in library systems used for the project. Please note that this position is in Rowley, MA, and reliable transportation is required.
About
Located in the heart of downtown Salem, Massachusetts, the Peabody Essex Museum is Salem’s museum of art and culture, with exhibitions that explore everything from witch trials history to nature and science.
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