Collections Management Database Manager Intern

Department
Collections
Supervisor
Collections Management Manager
Hours
20
Location
Semester(s)
Summer 2025
Status
Paid

Project Summary

Assist the collections database manager with preparation of archaeology catalog spreadsheets for import into the collections database.

Ideal Degree(s)
  • Archaeology
  • Museum studies
Student Qualifications
  • Experience working with MS Excel and a strong interest in working with spreadsheets and museum data.
  • A familiarity with archaeology catalog data.
  • Basic knowledge of museum collections management.
Student Responsibilities
  • The intern will work to quality check and manipulate catalog data using Excel formulas and check data against the Getty’s AAT. They will assemble catalogs and prepare them for import by matching fields in the spreadsheet with fields in the collections management database.
  • Assist other staff in Collections Management, as needed.
Knowledge Intern is expected to gain
  • Experience working with a widely used relational database designed to manage museum collections.
  • An understanding of the role of data standards and controlled vocabularies in collections management.
  • Enhanced knowledge of Excel functions.
  • A general familiarity with data management for all collection types at MNHS.
  • Exposure to the overall structure and operations of a large history museum.
Additional Requirements

None.

How to Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, PDF copy of unofficial school transcripts, and any required additional materials to internships@mnhs.org. 

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