Paid Internship: Archival Technician
The National Theatre School of Canada (NTS) wishes to offer an internship opportunity to a person completing their studies in archival science. This internship is for a period of 16 weeks, 35 hours per week at an hourly rate of $25.00.
This internship involves tasks directly related to the field of study: the evaluation, selection and sorting of documents; the physical processing and dissemination of documents; and the filing and development of a classification plan and archival policies. The intern will have the opportunity to work in an exciting and fast-paced environment in the arts sector, as this internship offers a unique opportunity to be involved in the creation of historical archives from the beginning of the process, while learning about many facets of the archivist's work.
Job Description
In close collaboration with the library team, this person will be required to:
- Identify, select, and sort a significant section of our institution's archives in preparation for their eventual relocation.
- Develop a classification plan.
- Begin the physical processing of documents and their classification.
- Develop policies to guide the integration of documents that will be added in the future.
- Participate in the eventual digitization of documents and their integration into the archives.
- Perform any other related tasks as required.
- College or university degree in archival science (obtained or in progress).
- Knowledge of the laws governing access to and reproduction of archives.
- Knowledge of the Rules for Archival Description (RAD).
- Bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written.
- Thoroughness, attention to detail and autonomy.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Exceptional talent for collaboration and teamwork.
- Open-mindedness and global vision at all times.
- A strong interest in the field of theatre is an asset.
How to apply?
Please send your resume and letter of motivation to cv@ent-nts.ca.
Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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