Digital Archive Intern

Practising Law Institute • New York, NY

5d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Practising Law Institute (PLI) educates and informs lawyers and other professionals with innovative programs, publications, podcasts, and additional resources. With a sterling reputation developed over 90 years, PLI is a trusted source of professional development and knowledge for the legal community. A nonprofit organization, PLI is also known for its dedication to providing pro bono training and resources to ensure access to justice. PLI’s client base includes a large array of prestigious law firms, corporations, and government agencies. We are also proud to have recently been named one of the “Brands That Matter” by Fast Company. More information about PLI may be found on our website www.pli.edu.
Practising Law Institute (“PLI”) is seeking a Digital Archive Intern to join its dedicated Manhattan-based team for the summer. PLI’s array of world-class legal education programs and services continues to grow, as does PLI’s client base of prestigious law firms and Fortune 500 companies. It is an exciting time to be a part of our organization.
The Digital Archive Intern will contribute to the PLI PLUS Digital Archive Project by assisting in our efforts to expand the electronic availability of our published back catalog.

Requirements

• Qualified interns fall under one of the following categories:
• Pursuing a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science
• 2026 graduate from a Master’s program in Library and Information Science
• Must be available to participate in the program, beginning June 8th through August 24th
• Must have the ability to work Monday – Thursday from 9am – 5pm (with a one-hour unpaid lunch break) and Fridays from 9 am – 12:30 pm (31.50 hours per week).
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Some intern assignments will require familiarity with department specific software.
• Must have the ability to provide recommendation letters from school and/or previous employer.
• No prior professional experience required; this program is designed for entry-level candidates.
• Qualified internship applicants please submit your resume and cover letter online. Only candidates who provide a cover letter will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Curiosity about AI tools and willingness to experiment with new technologies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Expand the archival collection of PLI PLUS
• Upload archival publications to our legal research database PLI PLUS, utilizing Salesforce and proprietary software
• Conduct QA and testing to ensure accuracy of content uploaded
• Present findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees