FWS Archives Page (Student Assistant)
About The Position
The New School Archives and Special Collections–a unit of the New School Libraries, Collections and Academic Services (LCAS)–seeks 7-12 students with Federal Work Study awards to serve as Archives Pages. The Archives Page will work under the supervision of the archivists to retrieve boxes from on-site storage, prepare for research appointments and class visits, transfer Special Collections books to other library spaces, and be a welcoming first point of contact for visitors conducting research in the Archives. Open to students with Federal Work Study awards only, this is an on-campus position starting in September 2026. Students, with the approval of the supervisor, will establish a regular schedule of 4-8 hours a week, between Monday and Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm. Once established, the student must maintain a consistent schedule and commit to the position for the entire semester, preferably with the intention of remaining in the position throughout the academic year. Preference will be given to students in the early stages of their academic program. The Student Archives Page will assist with public-facing services, under the supervision of the New School Archives and Special Collections staff. Student is expected to set up for research appointments, serve as a clerk during research visits to archives, retrieve collections, and prepare materials for transfer to other offices.
Requirements
- Matriculated students with Federal Work Study awards, who can maintain a consistent schedule for the entire semester
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow oral and written instructions in fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and punctuality
- Superior English written and oral communication skills
- Ability to accurately follow precise written and oral instructions
- Facility to work independently, with minimal supervision
- Physical ability and willingness to lift boxes up to 50 lbs, push loaded book carts, and sit at a desk for extended periods
Nice To Haves
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact with visitors internal and external to the university
- Basic computer and technology skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications (Calendar, Gmail, Docs, Sheets, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Retrieve boxes from on-site storage and archival materials requested by patrons
- Prepare for research appointments and class visits
- Transfer Special Collections books and other materials to other library spaces/offices
- Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for visitors and assist with public-facing services
- Shelve materials after staff use, research appointments, and class visits
- Open or close the Research Room on weekdays, and proctor research appointments
- Communicate and enforce Research Room policies and procedures to users in a courteous manner
- Engage directly with archives visitors by answering in-person inquiries and referring visitors to appropriate place or person for assistance
- Assist researchers with basic computer, internet and audio/visual equipment usage during appointments when necessary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
