MLiS: Library & Archives Intern
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MLiS: Library & Archives Intern
The BMA’s Curatorial Department is seeking a MLiS Summer Intern to assist with our Library & Archives. The intern will have the opportunity to acquire hands-on skills, practical and well-rounded experience related to core Library functions including reference, circulation and technical services in an art library environment.
Additionally, they will learn cataloguing procedures and systems such as copy-cataloguing MARC-21 format publications, OCLC Connexion, and SIRSIDynix Workflows. This work will also include learning the application of controlled vocabularies including Library of Congress standards (LCNAF & LCSH) which will provide the Intern with knowledge of best practices in the archiving field.
Responsibilities
- Assist with external research communications
- Maintain library organization
- Assist with periodical and interlibrary loan processing
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills
- Writing/Communication skills
- Customer service experience
- Experience working in a database
- Attention to detail
Proposed Schedule
- This position will work onsite
- This position will meet 2-3 days per week
Apply
Please see below for more program details and how to apply. All application materials must be submitted by Sunday, May 4th, 2025.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Graduate MLiS Program
- Recent graduate from an accredited program (within 5 years)
- PhD candidate
Please note that if an Internship has a specific education requirement, that will be clearly indicated in the description.
Selected candidates, hired for an internship, will be asked to complete a background screening and drug screening (at the BMA’s expense). This is a part of our routine onboarding process.
Commitment
The information below indicates general scheduling and commitment requirements for our Internship Program:
- Selected candidates will be expected to work from June 30-August 22, 2025.
- Most positions will meet 2-3 days per week*
- Interns will work 15 hours per week
- If you require a specific number of hours or are planning to do this Internship for credit, please state your hourly requirements in your cover letter.
* A unique schedule will be created with each selected candidate based on their availability.
BMA Internship Program Stipend
Baltimore Museum of Art Interns are awarded a $2,000 stipend. The stipend is distributed in two installments throughout the Internship.
Required Application Materials
Please submit the following documents to complete your application:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Reference: contact details should be listed on either your resume or cover letter
Application Deadline
All materials must be submitted by Sunday, May 4th, 2025.
Submitting Application Materials
Materials may be sent via the following options (please only choose one submission option):
- You may upload and submit your documents through the following form:
- You may send your documents to the following e-mail address:
- internships@artbma.org (please indicate the position or positions you are applying for in the subject line).
Notification of Decision
The application review process will begin after the application deadline has closed. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified in the weeks following that date. All applicants will be notified when a position has been filled.
JJC Stipend
Thanks to a generous gift from the Joshua Johnson Council, one Intern will be selected to be funded through their program. In addition to the $2,000 stipend, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to connect with the Council to network with professionals who are working to uplift BIPOC artists and arts professionals. The JJC recipient will join the Council during one of their regularly scheduled meetings and give a brief presentation of the project they worked on during their time at the BMA.
Any additional questions may be sent to internships@artbma.org. Please, no phone calls.