Position: Photo Management Intern - Summer 2026
Location: Bronx Zoo & Remote- this is a hybrid position
Department: Library & Archives
Duration: Summer 2026; 10-12 weeks, approx. 8-12 hours per week
Stipend: $320-$575 total stipend to be paid as one lump sum upon the successful completion of the internship less applicable taxes.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by April 1, 2026. The position may be filled before the deadline. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.
The Opportunity:
This is an excellent internship opportunity for someone interested in exploring the field of archives and digital asset management. The intern will gain exposure to the daily activities as well as the long-term goals of an institutional library and archives.The intern will learn best practices in the management of photos, both current and historical, in the WCS Library and Archives. The intern will learn how to perform new ingesting and keywording workflows to improve access to current photos in WCS's digital asset management system and record information about historical photos according to archival standards. The intern may also learn to digitize historical photos in order to improve their accessibility and preservation (as time permits).
Learning Outcomes
- Intern will learn foundations of digital asset management for photos
- Intern will learn standards for describing photos, including historical photos
- Intern will learn about working in a library and archives setting
- Intern may also learn best practices for digitizing historical photos (as time permits)
Important Information about the Application:
To be fully considered for this role applicants must upload both a resume and cover letter.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate course of study
- Organized and detail oriented
- Interest in learning about library archives and digital asset management
- Must complete a criminal background \\screening if accepted
- Eligible to work in the United States
