Archives and Records Management Intern: Artwork Documentation
Quick answer
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is hiring an unpaid Archives and Records Management Intern to assist with artwork documentation, focusing on digital asset and collections management.
- Role
- Archives and Records Management Intern: Artwork Documentation
- Organization
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Location
- San Francisco, 151 3rd Street
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) is seeking an Archives and Records Management Intern to assist with a pilot project focused on centralizing access and contribution to artwork-related documentation for objects accessioned into the museum’s art collection.
What you'll do
- Survey and inventory incoming born-digital documents
- Upload and describe documents into the museum’s digital asset management system
- Ensure incoming information about the object is reflected in the collection management system
- Digitize archival materials
- Compile digital object files
- Prepare files for upload into digital asset management system
What it takes
- Interest in archives and records management
- Experience with digital asset management systems
- Strong organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Experience with collections management systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art's Third Street location and may involve work at the Collection Center in South San Francisco.
Is the internship paid?
This is an unpaid internship, but applicants must provide proof of receiving school credit.
What is the application process?
Applications should be submitted within the initial open posting period, which remains open for at least five business days. Applications will not be accepted after the posting has been closed.
What are the key responsibilities?
Key responsibilities include surveying and inventorying documents, uploading and describing documents, digitizing materials, and compiling digital object files.
What are the qualifications required?
Qualifications include interest in archives and records management, experience with digital asset management systems, and strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
How to apply
Apply directly on San Francisco Museum of Modern Art's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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