Job Summary:
Under direct supervision by the Records Analysts who are responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, data accuracy, and enforcement of NYCEDC’s Records and Information Management Program, interns will assist with day-to-day records and information management procedures.
The projects in which the intern will participate include review of records that may be eligible for disposition, inventory of legacy records, and associated data entry.
NYC EDC will accept internship requests for academic credit; however, all internship positions are paid.
Key Responsibilities:
- Arrange and describe materials according to defined EDC standards.
- Review of records to determine if they are eligible for disposition.
- Perform inventories of legacy records from the Real Estate Department, such as land sales, environmental review, drawings, site maps, etc.
- Input inventory metadata into the Records Management Department computer tracking system.
- Perform quality control of inventory data entry.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a library school program.
- Knowledge of metadata systems.
- Self-motivated.
- Detail-oriented.
- Experience with records management or archival repository software preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Interns may obtain academic credit for the internship; it is the applicant’s responsibility to set up the internship with their school. The Records Management Department will provide performance review and grading, as required.
Abilities required:
- Ability to lift records boxes up to 40 lbs.
Availability
- At least two (2) full days (14 hours) per week.
- Internships are for a period of three (3) months with a possible extension, but cannot exceed 1,000 hours per calendar year.
About the Records Management Department:
The Records Management Department develops and implements policies and procedures to identify, retrieve, share and maintain NYCEDC’s documents, files and drawings in both physical and electronic formats. This ensures the security of its critical records and enables their safekeeping for disaster protection. We provide convenient access to records regarding properties NYCEDC manages and sells on behalf of the City of New York and projects in which NYCEDC is involved.
About NYCEDC:
New York City Economic Development Corporation is the City’s primary vehicle for promoting economic growth in each of the five boroughs. NYCEDC’s mission is to stimulate job growth through expansion and redevelopment programs that encourage investment, generate prosperity and strengthen the City’s competitive position. NYCEDC serves as an advocate to the business community by building relationships with companies that allow them to take advantage of New York City’s many opportunities. Additional information on NYCEDC can be found by visiting http://www.nycedc.com/.
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The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
