Volunteer Opportunities

Title: Collections Management Intern
Organization: Augusta Museum of History
Type: Part-time, paid
Reports to: Registrar

Job Description
The Augusta Museum of History is seeking a collections management intern to process a photography collection; the intern will be under direct supervision of the museum Registrar. The position will involve processing and scanning photographic prints and negatives. Other collections-related projects as assigned.

Required Experience, Skills, and Availability
Bachelors degree required, graduate degree preferred; degree in history, museum studies, or related field desired
Candidate must possess excellent time management skills
Proficient in basic computer and word processing tasks
Previous museum experience preferred, including knowledge of proper object handling techniques, archival skills, and familiarity with PastPerfect collections management software
20 hours per week, weekday availability required preferred Tuesdays through Thursdays; $10/hr
Position cycle is one year, renewable for a second year; anticipated start date September 8, 2020

Email resume and cover letter to amh@augustamuseum.org. No calls, please. Applications due July 31,2020