Summer 2025 - Archive Assistant Extern - 90383235 - Philadelphia, PA

Amtrak • Philadelphia, PA

407d • $36,400 - $72,800

About The Position

The Archives Assistant Extern position at Amtrak offers an introduction to the design archiving process, focusing on the imaging and maintenance of historical railroad design documents. This role is part of the Planning and Engineering Support group within the Capital Delivery Department, contributing to the rebuilding of America's passenger railroad infrastructure.

Requirements

• Recently graduated within the last 3 years or no later than May 2025 with a Bachelor's degree in Library Science, Archiving or Digital Technology.
• Desire to learn or further develop knowledge about the railroad industry.
• Detail-oriented with ability to multi-task.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office 360/365 products.
• Quickly understands and uses processes and technologies that are continually being updated.
• Ability to work under time constraints and with essential deadlines.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be a team player.
• Good written, organizational, and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with construction design documents.
• Familiarity with document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with imaging historical design documents and reviewing digitized documents for clarity and accuracy.
• Assist with cataloging close-out construction documents for electronic archiving.
• Assist with indexing multi-disciplinary engineering and architectural documents.
• Create drawing and document sets for integration onto Amtrak GIS Asset Map.
• Support the Archive team as needed.

Benefits

• Hourly pay range of $17.50 - $35.00 based on factors including school year and program of study.
• Paid internships include Amtrak rail pass privileges.
• One (1) PTO day per academic year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Rail Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees