The Morgan Library & Museum 2026-2027 - Printed Books and Binding Academic Year Internship

The Morgan Library & Museum • New York, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Printed Books and Bindings internship will involve work as a project assistant, primarily focused on aspects of the collection management process. The intern will work with department curators and collections management staff on preparing segments of the printed books and bindings collections for major collection shifting. This will include physical survey activities, item identification, inventory validation, and the systematic reorganization of designated collection segments to facilitate a secure and efficient transfer. Additionally, the intern will assist with updating and reconciling electronic records in the Morgan’s collection management system to ensure location accuracy. If the intern is not familiar with such systems, this internship offers the opportunity to learn museum asset management software in a professional setting. Other responsibilities will include research support and liaising with other departments to further the development and organization of exhibition-related work currently in the planning stages.

Requirements

• Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student
• Strong interest in a career in the museum or research library fields
• Eligibility to work in the United States; international candidates must be eligible to participate in a paid internship program in the United States
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Physical survey activities
• Item identification
• Inventory validation
• Systematic reorganization of designated collection segments
• Updating and reconciling electronic records in the Morgan’s collection management system
• Research support
• Liaising with other departments for exhibition-related work

Benefits

• Paid internship program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree