SCoSAA @ Simmons

The MSPCA's mission is to protect animals, relieve their suffering, advance their health
and welfare, prevent cruelty, and work for a just and compassionate society.

The MSPCA was founded in 1868 and since then has accumulated a rich collection of
material (printed matter, including a large collection of journals; scrapbooks; films;
photographs; art; etc.) documenting and celebrating its 139 years. Some of these
materials were protected and organized a few years ago, but significant work remains in
inventorying, cataloguing, and preserving the collection. The Archives are an
irreplaceable source of information about the history of the humane movement, the city of
Boston, the state of Massachusetts, and society at large.

We are seeking a knowledgeable individual to create a plan for the implementation of this
task, prioritize the components of that plan, and begin the work. Part-time hours to be
discussed. $15 per hour.

Prefer person with interest in animal welfare. References required. If interested in
learning more, please contact Jan Holmquist at (617) 541-5005 or jholmquist@mspca.org.

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Job Posting: Archival Intern
Organization: LIMRA International
Location: Windsor, CT

Position Summary: LIMRA, a professional organization serving the
insurance and financial industry worldwide, is seeking an individual to
work as an Archival Intern in our Information Center area. The archival
intern will assist Archival Staff in arranging and describing archival
holdings, performing basic preservation and conservation measures, and
preparing finding aids for many different types of archival materials.
Possible projects include processing collections of photographs,
scrapbooks, historical records and memorabilia.

Requirements:
Candidates must be enrolled in an ALA accredited Library Science
Graduate program and should have successfully completed at least one
Archival Science Course. Candidates are required to be familiar with
archival standards, theory, and practices and have strong interpersonal
and written communication skills. The ideal candidate will have
experience with archival preservation principles, and know some basic
materials repair or conservation procedures.
LIMRA is an established Company that offers a pleasant working
environment, competitive compensation, and a business casual dress
policy. For confidential consideration, please submit your resume, cover
letter and 2 recommendations to: Human Resources, LIMRA International,
300 Day Hill Road, Windsor, CT 06095-4761. FAX: 860-298-4180. E-mail:
HR@limra.com. www.limra.com. E.O.E.

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Digital Specialist
Art Department

The Digital Specialist will assist the Curator of Visual Resources with technical tasks
associated with the development and maintenance of the digital images collection,
including but not limited to:

Processing digital images for inclusion in the VR Collection?s image database using
image software for cropping, enhancing, color correcting and other file manipulation
techniques.
Photographing images from books, periodicals, and other print sources as required.
Archiving digital images using specified storage media and pre-determined archival
practices.
Scanning and processing slides as needed, also preparing them for scanning by an
outside source.
Assisting in the management of digital workflow.
Assisting in cataloging images when necessary.

Requirements:

MLS (candidate) and/or 2 years visual resources experience.
Excellent knowledge of Art History, Decorative Arts History or Architectural History.
B.A in art history or related field preferred.
Experience with digital image processing required (specifically using Adobe Photoshop).
Knowledge and understanding of the technology used in the production and manipulation
of digital images.
Digital and film photography experience strongly preferred.
Attention to detail and service-oriented.
Strong interpersonal skills required.
Ability to commit to one year term.

Position details: Temporary 1 year position, 17 hrs. per week, $15/per hour.

If interested, send cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Office, Wellesley
College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481; or to apply online, please use the
following link: http://careers.wellesley.edu/wellesley/jobboard.

Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and employer.
Successful candidates must be able to work effectively in a culturally diverse
environment. Applications from women, minorities, veterans and candidates with
disabilities are encouraged.

Visit our website at www.wellesley.edu/HR/

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Paid summer archives student opportunity at The Trustees of Reservations, in Stockbridge,
Massachusetts. (Berkshires) INCLUDES HOUSING.

For several years, The Trustees have offered the Jeannine Rioux Internship, for graduate
level students in various fields based at Naumkeag and the Mission House. These are two
of The Trustees' historic house museums, in Stockbridge, MA. Past projects have included
research into Naumkeag's historic gardens and farm, and a historic structures
report for the 18th century Mission House.

This summer, The Trustees are embarking on an ambitious project, state-wide, to move
archival collections into a new centralized storage facility. Before moving the
collections, they need to be better organized. This will include scanning some of the
material, and writing finding aids. Collections include Choate family material (they
owned Naumkeag); materials of William Cullen Bryant, The 19th century poet and editor;
materials concerning the 18th century mission to the Mohicans; and more. For more
information about The Trustees see http://www.thetrustees.org/index.cfm

Salary: $9.00 per hr. plus housing. 35-40 hours a week for 8-10 weeks over the summer.

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Archives Assistant
Northeastern University Libraries
Archives and Special Collections Department

There is a vacancy starting May 28, 2007 for a part-time assistant in Northeastern
University Libraries' Archives and Special Collections Department. This is an excellent
opportunity for individuals interested in gaining experience in an archives and special
collections setting while attending graduate school.

Duties:
? Provide reference service to University Faculty, staff and students, and to outside
researchers
? Refer reference questions to Assistant Archivist as necessary
? Page and re-shelve materials in Reading Room
? Assure security and proper use of materials
? Arrange and describe manuscript and archival material under the direction of the
Assistant Archivist
? Create online finding aids and catalog records
? Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
? Enrollment in a graduate level archival or history degree program
? Excellent organizational skills
? Excellent written and oral communication skills
? Familiarity with computing applications in libraries
? Experience in or a demonstrated commitment to achieving and maintaining diversity in
the workplace
? Ability and willingness to lift boxes weighing up to 40 lbs.

Salary:
$10 per hour

Hours:
8 -10 hours per week. Hours are flexible within normal business hours 9am-4pm
Monday-Friday.

Send cover letter and resume to: Marisa Hudspeth, Assistant Archivist, 92 Snell Library,
Northeastern University, Boston, MA 02115; (p)617.373.7656; (f)617.373.8132;
m.hudspeth@.neu.edu

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action Title IX employer.
Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women, and
persons with disabilities.

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The Natick (MA) Historical Society is looking for an independent, motivated, detail-oriented intern to work with our archivist to preserve and catalog a portion of our photographic collection. The intern will gain valuable experience in preserving and describing photographs of varying format and age, scanning photographs for identification and display purposes, and planning for a future exhibit. S/he will also learn about the challenges faced by small historical societies, as well as the valuable and often undocumented resources that they contain. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to, rehousing photographs in Mylar sleeves and acid-free, archival folders; reorganizing photographs into more inclusive subject headings; cataloging and scanning individual photographs using PastPerfect museum software; evaluating photographs for potential use in exhibit. Flexible hours. Prospective interns should have a background in history, museum studies, library science, or other related field, and commit 4 to 8 hours per week. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Jennifer Hance at info@natickhistoricalsociety.org, or mail to 58 Eliot Street, Natick MA 01760. Please call (508) 647-4841 for further information. www.natickhistoricalsociety.org.

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