Collections Intern
MUSEUM OF THE BIBLE INC
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
intern
research
database
management
curatorial
museum studies
lift
travel
collections management
intern
cataloging
digitization
research projects
March 24, 2023
MUSEUM OF THE BIBLE INC
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Job Details
Job Location
7507 SW 44TH ST - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
Position Type
Internship
Travel Percentage
None
Internship Summary
The overall goal of the Collections Internship is to gain an understanding of and gather experience in collections management and curatorial research in a museum environment. In addition, the intern will learn proper object handling methods, re-housing, and the documentation of collections through cataloging and digitization. Other projects may include research projects within the collection and on policies and procedures.
*This is an unpaid internship.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Improving and adding catalog database information
- Digitizing collections
- Inventorying
- Curatorial research and label writing
- Assisting with registrar work in the following areas: acquisitions, documentation, preservation and protection, access, and use of the collection
Education
Undergraduate or graduate student majoring in Museum Studies, History, or related field. Must currently be enrolled in or a recent graduate from a college or university.
*Please submit an official or unofficial transcript plus a personal and professional reference. References may be added to your resume.
Qualifications
- Must be highly sensitive to the necessity of confidentiality
- Must be extremely detail-oriented
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Possess the ability to see projects through to completion
- Ability to work well both with others and independently
- Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy objects
- Ability to crouch, climb, balance, sit, and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to safely handle and transport artifacts
- Familiarity with database programs like Excel or museum collections database programs
- Basic knowledge of history and/or an interest in museum studies preferred.
- Some experience/knowledge of digital photography and/or previous office or museum experiences.
Skills
- Data Management
- Ability to Prioritize
Work Environment
Physical demands/requirements are as follows:
- Sit for up to 8 hours a day
- Squat bending at the knees
- Stand for long periods of time
- Lift up to 10 lbs. for short periods of time
Report this job