Archives Intern, Summer 2026

Location: New York City (in-person)
Employment Type: Temporary, Part-Time (16-24 hours per week)

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION

The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation builds on the legacy of artist Robert Rauschenberg, emphasizing his belief that artists can drive social change. Rauschenberg sought to act in the “gap” between art and life, valuing chance and collaboration across disciplines. As such, the Foundation celebrates new and even untested ways of thinking.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Archives team seeks qualified candidates to support special projects and daily tasks related to the implementation of a new digital asset management system and ongoing reference and research residencies through a 10- to 12- week in-person internship.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under supervision of the Digital Asset Specialist and Assistant Archivist, the Summer 2026 internship will focus on image ingest, metadata standardization and entry, digitization, and the preparation of remote research request materials. Additional possible projects include library cataloging and the physical organization of library book titles, reference support, basic archival processing, and other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED

• Current or recent Master of Science in Library and Information Science student with coursework in archives and / or digital humanities


• Knowledge of basic library and archival principles


• Experience working with databases, scanning software, and / or library catalogues


• Knowledge of modern art and Rauschenberg a plus

TERM AND COMPENSATION

• Duration of Internship: May–July (Summer), 16–24 hours per week in-person, with the option to extend into Fall session by mutual agreement (September–December)


• Compensation: $20–$25 per hour; commensurate with experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE

The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS

• While largely sedentary, this position requires the ability to sit, stand, lift up to 50 lbs., as well as speak, and hear, sometimes for extended periods of time.


• Requires the ability to use a computer and office equipment traditionally found in office settings.


• As the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation is located in a historic building, entrance to the office requires the ability to walk up 13 steps.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

As an equal opportunity employer and in our commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment, the Rauschenberg Foundation strives to attract a diverse mix of talented people. Opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds in arts organizations are strongly encouraged to apply.