Local History Intern 5 - 10 hours, Headquarters Library See details
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$21,450 per year
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infodepotSpartanburg, SCIntern L1
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TheSpartanburg County Public Libraries (SCPL) are seeking a Student Intern to assist the Local History Department with processing interviews in its oralhistory collection. This internship program is designed to allow students the opportunity to work in a public library setting, while gaining hands‑on experience and valuable skills. Job Title
Local History Intern Location
Headquarters Library Salary
$11 per hour Hours
5 - 10 hours per week, not to exceed a total of 40 hours per month Dress Code
Clothing must be clean and presentable. You must wear pants and a shirt with no graphics unless you wear a library t‑shirt. Education
Must have completed high school and be enrolled in a semester of college.
Essential Functions:
- Create transcripts of oral history interviews following established transcription guidelines
- Proofread transcripts
- Research information mentioned in interviews that might require further clarification
- Write a short summary of each interview and a short bio for each interviewee
- Edit and clean up audio files
Knowledge & Skills:
- Interest in local history and/or oral histories
- Positive attitude with the ability to take direction and work independently
- Organized, detail‑oriented, and adaptable
- Excellent writing and listening skills
- Comfortable communicating with library staff and the public
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word and audio‑editing software, such as Audacity, is a plus
Benefits:
All interns will receive a stipend and a free t‑shirt Course Credit: Any student interested in receiving credit for their internship must consult their professor or academic advisor to determine eligibility.
Application Process:
Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter with two letters of recommendation (letters written by professors will be accepted).
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Location
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