SARA internship summer position

By Dale Gathright, Jr., 03/17/23 10:46 AM

WASHINGTON – This summer, history lovers have the opportunity to work with the Southwest Arkansas Regional Archives in Washington and learn all about the archival process!

Duties
Interns will gain experience arranging, describing and preserving archival collections and other duties assigned. Work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 5.

Requirements
Interns must have the ability to work with attention to detail and basic knowledge of historical research methods. The applicant should have a college degree or a degree in process in history or a related field and should be at least 18 years of age.

Compensation
The period of the internship will be paid $3,000 by SARA Foundation, Inc. plus housing and utilities provided by Historic Washington State Park. Paid sick and vacation leave are not provided.

Send cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation by Thursday, March 30 by email or postal service to:

Melissa Nesbitt
melissa.nesbitt@arkansas.gov
Southwest Arkansas Regional Archives
PO Box 134
Washington, AR 71862