Intern, Oral History & Archives

Jazz at Lincoln Center • New York, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Jazz at Lincoln Center (JALC) is seeking a current undergraduate student, graduate student, or recent graduate in Library Science, Oral History, History, or a related field to support the Jazz at Lincoln Center Archives team. This internship offers hands-on experience in archival digitization, oral history research, metadata management, and audiovisual documentation within a nonprofit arts organization. The intern will assist with digitization projects, oral history interview preparation, metadata entry and cataloging, archival research, and audiovisual setup for recordings. By the end of the internship, the intern will gain practical experience with archival workflows, oral history project coordination, and digital asset management practices in a professional archive setting.

Requirements

• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform focused and repetitive tasks with accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a graduate degree program in Library Science, Oral History, History, Archival Studies, or related fields
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel required

Nice To Haves

• Previous oral history or archival research experience
• Previous scanning and digitization experience
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or video editing software
• Experience with ArchivesSpace
• Previous experience in an educational or music-focused environment
• Knowledge of jazz history

Responsibilities

• Assist with digitization of printed archival materials and photographs using Epson flatbed scanners
• Support all phases of the Oral History Project, including research and interview preparation
• Set up audiovisual equipment for oral history interviews and recordings
• Enter metadata and catalog newly created oral history files and archival assets
• Conduct archival and historical research related to oral history initiatives
• Assist with organizing and maintaining digital archive records and materials
• Fulfill tasks assigned by a supervisor
• Make recommendations for process improvements
• Perform administrative duties as needed

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a non-profit, arts, and educational organization
• Technical skills related to the industry
• Mentorship from experienced staff and educators
• A supportive and dynamic work environment
• Opportunity for continued project involvement or internship extension based on departmental needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern