Library Internship, Human Rights Archive, Duke Library Job at Duke Clinical Rese
Duke Clinical Research Institute, Durham, NC, United States
Duke University – Duke is a leading research university located in Durham, North Carolina.
Human Rights Archive Intern
This onsite internship runs August 2026–May 2027, 15‑19 hrs/week, $18–$22.84 per hour. The intern reports to the Human Rights Archivist in the Collection Development Department.
What You’ll Do
Assist with library instruction: meet with instructors, select materials, develop lesson plans, and teach classes.
Provide reference services for HRA users, both in‑person and remotely.
Develop reference tools such as LibGuides.
Maintain a regular two‑hour shift on the circulation desk.
Contribute to collection development projects and activities.
Assist with public programming and outreach, including exhibitions, blogs, and social media.
Assist librarians with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Move library materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
Work occasionally in environments with dust and mold exposure.
What You’ll Bring
A BA/BS and current enrollment or recent graduation in a relevant field, or enrollment in an ALA‑accredited MLS or Public History program.
Interest in human rights and social justice.
Strong analytical, organizational, and writing skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Initiative, adaptability, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Prior special collections experience or archival coursework (preferred).
Learn More
Meet the hiring managers for these internships on Wednesday, March 18th, 2:00‑3:00 PM ET via Zoom: https://duke.zoom.us/j/93327587232?pwd=bXAEPXe4lpygJzirthUqJdNjlAbycZ.1&jst=1. Meeting ID: 933 2758 7232. Passcode: 128838.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references, and apply at https://careers.duke.edu under Requisition ID #267258.
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Human Rights Archive Intern
This onsite internship runs August 2026–May 2027, 15‑19 hrs/week, $18–$22.84 per hour. The intern reports to the Human Rights Archivist in the Collection Development Department.
What You’ll Do
Assist with library instruction: meet with instructors, select materials, develop lesson plans, and teach classes.
Provide reference services for HRA users, both in‑person and remotely.
Develop reference tools such as LibGuides.
Maintain a regular two‑hour shift on the circulation desk.
Contribute to collection development projects and activities.
Assist with public programming and outreach, including exhibitions, blogs, and social media.
Assist librarians with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Move library materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
Work occasionally in environments with dust and mold exposure.
What You’ll Bring
A BA/BS and current enrollment or recent graduation in a relevant field, or enrollment in an ALA‑accredited MLS or Public History program.
Interest in human rights and social justice.
Strong analytical, organizational, and writing skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Initiative, adaptability, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Prior special collections experience or archival coursework (preferred).
Learn More
Meet the hiring managers for these internships on Wednesday, March 18th, 2:00‑3:00 PM ET via Zoom: https://duke.zoom.us/j/93327587232?pwd=bXAEPXe4lpygJzirthUqJdNjlAbycZ.1&jst=1. Meeting ID: 933 2758 7232. Passcode: 128838.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references, and apply at https://careers.duke.edu under Requisition ID #267258.
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