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*ARCHIVE INTERNSHIP* *IMAGE COLLECTIONS **&** FIELDWORK ARCHIVES, DUMBARTON OAKS FALL 2010/SPRING 2011* Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection, located in Washington, D.C., is a premier institution of Harvard University, supporting research in Byzantine, Pre-Columbian, and Garden and Landscape Studies. (www.doaks.org). The Image Collections & Fieldwork Archives (ICFA) in Dumbarton Oaks houses one of the most important Byzantine photography collections and fieldwork archives in the world (http://www.doaks.org/library/icfa.html). *DESCRIPTION: *The interns will join the curators for one or more semesters in Fall 2010/Spring 2011 to assist with three archival projects: · Update existing inventories and assess collections’ physical condition for preservation purposes · Process and update existing finding aid for the Byzantine Institute of America Papers · Process and arrange small photographic collections based on archival standards The internship program provides hands-on experience with archival processing of manuscripts and photographic collections. The interns will also be engaged in the discussion of archival issues and practices. *REQUIREMENTS:* - Experience working in archives and/or coursework in archives from an accredited MLIS program - Previous experience processing archives collections and knowledge of archival practices and standards (preferred but not required) - Experienced with cataloging and proficiency with spreadsheets and databases - Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment - Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, planning, analytical, and conceptual skills - Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines - Sustained focus and patience for repetitive tasks - Strong interest and/or a concentration in archives management and preservation, History, Art History and Byzantine Studies *COMPENSATION*: Unpaid. Transportation benefits or parking space. Work for credit or practicum can be arranged with the approval of the interns’ advisors. The hours are flexible. *HOW TO APPLY*: Please send a cover letter, resume or CV, the contact information of two references, and sample finding aids (if available) to Rona Razon, part-time Archivist, at [log in to unmask] or Günder Varinlioğlu, Byzantine Assistant Curator at [log in to unmask] *FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:* Rona Razon, part-time Archivist, at [log in to unmask] or Günder Varinlioğlu, Byzantine Assistant Curator. * Phone:* 202-339-6448. *Email*: [log in to unmask]