Archival Internship Program: The purpose of the program is to develop interest in vocations related to archives and libraries and/or Brethren history. The program will provide the intern with work assignments in the Brethren Historical Library and Archives (BHLA) and with opportunities to develop professional contacts.

Work assignments will include processing archival materials, writing descriptive inventories, preparing books for cataloging, responding to reference requests, and assisting researchers in the library. Professional contacts may include attending archival and library conferences and workshops, visits to libraries and archives in the Chicago area, and participation in the Church of the Brethren Annual Conference and the Brethren Historical Committee meeting.

Brethren Historical Library and Archives: BHLA is an official repository for Church of the Brethren publications and records. The collection consists of over 10,000 volumes, over 3100 linear feet of manuscripts and records, over 40,000 photographs, plus videos, films, DVDs, and recordings. BHLA is located at the Church of the Brethren General Offices in Elgin, Illinois.

Term of Service: One Year, beginning July 2008 (preferred)

Compensation: Housing, monthly stipend of $1050, health insurance.

Requirements:

• Graduate student preferred or undergraduate with at least two years of college.
• Interest in history and/or library and archival work.
• Willingness to work with detail
• Accurate word processing skills
• Ability to lift 30 lb. boxes

Application: Send by February 29, 2008

1. Résumé
2. College transcript (can be unofficial copy)
3. Three reference letters from persons who can comment on your learning ability, research and writing skills, ability to complete projects, interests, and character (no immediate family members, please)

Send to:

Director, Human Resources
Church of the Brethren General Board
1451 Dundee Avenue
Elgin, IL 60120

For additional information contact the Brethren Historical Library and Archives by phone at 1-800-323-8039, ext. 294 or by e-mail at kshaffer_gb@brethren.org.