Penn State University

Center for Virtual/Material Studies Support


Pay$15.00 / hour
LocationUniversity Park/Pennsylvania
Employment typePart-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: REQ_0000046114
      Employer Industry: Higher Education

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Paid internship at an hourly rate of $15.00
      - Opportunity to gain hands-on skills in cataloging historic textiles and garments
      - Flexible work schedule with a commitment of 10 hours per week
      - Chance to work closely with experienced staff in the Center for Virtual/Material Studies and the Fashion Archive
      - Engaging environment within the College of Arts and Architecture

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Catalog and photograph historic garments and accessories for the School of Theatre Fashion Archive's digital inventory
      - Clean and care for vintage garments as part of the archive's maintenance
      - Collaborate with staff on various tasks within the archive
      - Conduct research on historic fiber- and textile-based objects
      - Lift and handle items weighing up to forty pounds

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Must be a second-year or above College of Arts and Architecture student, preferably majoring in Art History or Theatre
      - Strong academic record required
      - Ability to work independently and as part of a team
      - Responsible, organized, and hard-working
      - Must be able to lift forty pounds

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Experience with digital photography is preferred but not necessary
      - Familiarity with textiles and garment construction is preferred but not necessary

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  • About the company

      The Pennsylvania State University is a state-related, land-grant research university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania.