Maryland State Archives Internships

The Maryland State Archives in Annapolis, Maryland holds government documents dating back to the state government's creation in 1634, including paper documents, photographs, and maps. They also have an extensive digitized collection accessible online and are continuing the digitization process. The archives offers year-round volunteer internships for high school, undergraduate, and grad students. They also occasionally offer paid internships, which are listed on their website when available.

Information on Opportunity:

• Available to students attending school in Maryland or Maryland residents attending school out-of-state, including:
• High school students
• Undergraduates
• Graduate students
• Internship departments:
• Archival Management
• Historical Research
• Electronic Archives
• Possible tasks:
• Research
• Writing
• Web design
• Electronic imaging
• Computer programming
• Record stripping
• Accessioning
• Emphasis on computer technology in historical research and archiving
• May require off-site work
• Available throughout school year and summer
• More information here

Application Information:

• Mail application
• Required materials (as of 5/5/17)
• Cover Letter
• Maryland State Employment Form (available on website)
• Letter of recommendation from faculty member
• Writing sample
• Unofficial academic transcripts
• More information here

Check the Maryland State Archives website for information on other jobs and volunteer work.

This information was all taken from the MSA website and can only be guaranteed as up-to-date as of 5/5/2017. Always check the organization's website for the most current information.

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