2027 ODNR Paid Summer Internship - Cultural History & Archives/Library - Columbus, Ohio

State of Ohio•Columbus, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking a student intern for its Cultural History & Archives/Library program in Columbus, Ohio. The intern will research and develop content for historical interpretation, document historical assets for upload to online collections management software, and process and describe files using the State of Ohio Archives processing method. The position also provides an opportunity to learn about ODNR’s work and participate in professional development and training. The internship supports ODNR’s mission to balance the wise use and protection of Ohio’s natural resources. This is a temporary, part-time internship at ODNR’s Main Office, 2045 Morse Road, Columbus. Compensation is $16.00 per hour, and work hours are variable. Internships offer hands-on practical experience, flexible hours, the option to gain school credit, and a safe, inclusive, respectful workplace. Applicants must be enrolled part-time or full-time in a History or Archives/Library Science major at an accredited college, university, or community college offering or leading to an associate, bachelor’s, or graduate degree, and must be in good academic standing with a GPA of at least 2.5. Applicants must submit a resume, a relevant one- to two-page writing sample, and transcripts for claimed coursework, degrees, or educational accomplishments. The final candidate must undergo a criminal background check.

Requirements

Be enrolled part-time or full-time in a History or Archives/Library Science major at an accredited college, university, or community college offering or leading to an associate, bachelor’s, or graduate degree.
Be in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Submit a resume and a relevant writing sample, generally one to two pages in length.
Submit transcripts for coursework, degrees, or educational accomplishments claimed on the application.
Applications must clearly demonstrate how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Research and develop content for historical interpretation.
Document historical assets for upload to online collections management software.
Process and describe files using the State of Ohio Archives processing method.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of what ODNR does and why.
Contribute to ODNR’s work to balance the wise use and protection of Ohio’s natural resources.