FamilySearch Library International Research Consultant Internship

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints • Salt Lake City, UT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The FamilySearch Library is seeking to fill a one-year internship position. To qualify as an intern, the candidate must be a student or have graduated within the past year. The position will be part-time, up to 28 hours per week, for one year. This internship requires in-person work at the FamilySearch Library in Salt Lake City, with the expectation of occasional evening and Saturday shifts. The successful candidates will help library guests and undertake professional development.

Requirements

• Must be a student or have graduated within the past year.
• Basic genealogical research skills.
• Paleography skills in at least one language other than English.
• High computer proficiency, especially with internet searching and with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of FamilySearch products such as the FamilySearch Catalog, Wiki, and Family Tree, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent presentation and teaching skills.
• Ability to identify documents, provide extractions, and supply research suggestions.

Nice To Haves

• A description of your genealogical activities and goals
• A list of the geographic regions in which you have genealogical experience
• A list of the paleography, family history, and history classes that you have taken

Responsibilities

• Complete required training to effectively serve the guests of the FamilySearch Library.
• Coordinate with their team to provide genealogical research help to library patrons.
• Participate in team projects, such as tree-building and assisting in the training of missionaries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed