Keystone Internship at PA State Archives (Collections Management & Public Services) (College)

This internship will be a unique opportunity for prospective interns - it will be split between two different archival sections, Collections Management and Public Services, with the intern working two days with each section's mentor each week.

The work with Collections Management will largely consist of reprocessing the voluminous Manuscript Group 199 - Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Collections, circa 1830-1974. The intern will assist in rehousing collection materials (largely oversized technical drawings) into acid-free folders and containers, describing the records, and producing a finding aid for patrons to access MG-199 materials.

As for the Public Services assignments, the intern will work with his or her mentor in learning all aspects of a successful reference services section, including: completing remote patron research requests; assisting with search room reference duties; updating Archives' general and topical reference guides; scanning selected photographs related to the Archives' non-government (manuscript group) records; as well as other Public Services work as assigned.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• 10 week internship, May 2026 through August 2026, approximately 225 to 300 hours
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Work hours are flexible and will be finalized between selected interns and their supervisor.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• All applicants must be enrolled at a college or university in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of their internship.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able and willing to report to Harrisburg, PA during the Summer Keystone Internship dates, which will be a 10-week period between May 11, 2026 and August 21, 2026. Lodging and transportation are not provided.
• You must be majoring, minoring or have a concentration in Archival Studies, History, Public History, Library and Information Sciences, or a closely related field.
• You must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualification (not required):

• The preferred candidate will have an interest in archives-specific work, such as working to preserve historical documents, photographs, and audio-visual materials, as well as an interest in genealogy or historical research using primary sources.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.