Edward Connery Lathem '51 Special Collections Internship

The Edward Connery Lathem ’51 Special Collections internship offers recent Dartmouth graduates an opportunity to work in Rauner Special Collections Library and gain valuable experience with archives, manuscripts and rare books. The intern will work on a major project tailored to his or her skills and interests while gaining a general overview of special collections librarianship.

Successful applicants will be highly motivated individuals with an interest in working with libraries, archives, or museums. Intellectual curiosity and strong interpersonal and communication skills are the most important qualifications for this position.

Eligibility

This internship is open to recent Dartmouth graduates. Please note: candidates must have completed their Dartmouth degree (graduate or undergraduate) before July 1, 2012.

Compensation, Benefits, and Tenure

This is a one-year, full-time paid internship with Dartmouth benefits. The term of employment is July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013.

Application Process

Please submit the following materials via e-mail to Jay Satterfield, Special Collections Librarian.

• Resume
• Cover Letter describing how this position will help you meet your future goals; contributions you can make to this position and the Dartmouth College Library; and qualifications you bring to the position.
• Names and contact information for three (3) references

Application deadline: April 9, 2012

If you have any additional questions regarding this internship, please feel free to contact Jay Satterfield, Special Collections Librarian.