Public Information Intern, United Nations (Midtown)

 

	Posting Title:
				INTERN - PUBLIC INFORMATION - MEDIA RESOURCE UNIT
	Job Code Title:
	Department/ Office:
				Department of Global Communications
	Duty Station:
				NEW YORK
	Posting Period:
				11 February 2025-27 February 2025
	Job Opening number:
				25--DGC-252182-V-NEW YORK
	Staffing Exercise ID:
				N/A

 

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Work Location   In-Person Full-time   Expected duration   2-6 Months   Duties and Responsibilities   The position is located in the Multimedia Resources Unit (MRU) of the Audiovisual Services Section, of the Coverage and Media Services Branch, in the News and Media Division, Department of Global Communications. The mandate of MRU is to provide audiovisual library and archival services and distribute multimedia contents to internal and external professional clients. This opportunity is designed for an intern to work with experienced information management professionals. Interns will be assigned to one or more of the multimedia libraries – Photo or Audiovisual Library – based on individual backgrounds and references. Interns will be trained in multimedia archival collections management tasks such as preservation, accessibility, metadata management, client services and outreach. The intern is under the supervision of the Chief of the Multimedia Resources Unit.   Qualifications/special skills   To qualify for an internship with the United Nations New York Headquarters Internship Programme, Department of Global Communications, the following conditions must be met: 1. Applicants must: (a) Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) Be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent). 2. Be computer literate in standard word processing and spreadsheets software applications; Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Special Notice A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required.  Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.  The Cover Note must include: - Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?) - Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?) - List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in. - List your top three areas of interest. - Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. - Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. Applicants who are children or siblings of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the United Nations. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent) in library science, audio-visual (AV) archives, communications, information science, media studies, journalism, or related field programme; Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent in library science, AV archives, communications, information science, media studies, journalism, or related field programme; or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme in library science, AV archives communications, information science, media studies, journalism, or related field programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Ability to social media posts is desirable. Interest in data and metadata entry for long-term data preservation and management is desirable. Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.   Languages   English or French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the internship advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.   Additional Information     Intern Specific text   Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.   No Fee   THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.   To Apply: https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=252182&PostingSeq=1&

 

Library Access Internship, The Frick (Upper East Side)

Library Access Internship for Graduate Students, New York, NY

 

Applications for the Summer 2025 Library Access Internship must be submitted no later than February 28, 2025

 

Summer 2025, one position available

 

Part-time up to 28 hours/week, 8-10 weeks

 

Compensation: $25.00 per hour (graduate)

 

Background

 

Internationally recognized as a premier museum and research center, the Frick is known for its distinguished Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts.

 

The collection originated with Henry Clay Frick (1849–1919), who bequeathed his home, paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts to the public for their enjoyment. The institution’s holdings—which encompass masterworks from the Renaissance through the nineteenth century—have grown over the decades, more than doubling in size since the opening of the museum in 1935. A critical component of the institution is the Frick Art Research Library, founded in 1920 by Helen Clay Frick, daughter of the museum’s founder. Recognized as one of the world’s top art history research centers, it has served students, scholars, and members of the public free of charge for generations.

 

The Frick has undergone a comprehensive renovation and was open in a temporary home, Frick Madison, from 2020 through early 2024, while renovations were underway at the mansion on 70th Street. Construction has progressed rapidly and, in addition to special exhibition galleries and education spaces, we have added enhanced visitor amenities and accessible spaces. Frick Madison is now closed to the public. Staff have moved back to 1 East 70th Street and we hope to open the museum to the public in spring 2025.

 

Workplace Culture

 

At The Frick Collection, we pride ourselves on promoting an open and welcoming workplace culture that supports diversity and work-life balance. The Frick strives to provide our employees with competitive salaries and exceptional benefits in a beautiful and pleasant work setting, while offering an excellent opportunity to appreciate some of the world’s finest works of art.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at The Frick Collection, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, military status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 

Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

 

Internship Description

• Assist with answering onsite and remote research questions

• Assist with interlibrary loan and document delivery services

• Assist with the storage and retrieval of collections

• Assist with the integrated library system

• Assist with public programs

• Assist with social media content

• Design and implement a public program

• Design and publish a subject research guide

• Create a collaborative project with other Library interns

• Requirements

• Graduate students studying information science, art history, or related field

• Interest in art, libraries, and public service

Time Commitment

 

The internship is generally eight to ten weeks, between June and August with activities carried out three to four days a week between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m, with some evening hours required for events. Interns may work up to 28 hours/week.

 

Stipend

 

In addition to hourly compensation and the aforementioned benefits, we provide an onboarding stipend of $1,500.00 to cover travel or other expenses to all interns who are engaged to work onsite for 8-10 weeks. 

 

Benefits of Employment at The Frick Collection

 

All interns of The Frick Collection may access free or discounted admission to most of New York’s museums. The Frick also provides employees, trainees, and interns with a discount on Museum Shop purchases.

 

Part-time employees and interns accrue sick leave up to 56 hours/year in accordance with the New York City Earned Sick Time Act.  

 

Paid Holidays: part-time employees and interns receive paid time-off when they would normally be scheduled to work on holidays the museum is closed to the public. These include New Year's Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Martin Luther King Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. 

 

Retirement: The Frick supports all employees and interns in planning for retirement by offering participation in a Tax Deferred Savings Plan – 403(b).

 

Wellness Programs at the Frick include an Employee Assistance Plan, a discount on Citi Bike memberships and a discount on bike helmets. Interns are eligible to participate in these programs.

 

MetroCard: all interns will receive a monthly unlimited Metro Card for the month(s) they are working onsite at The Frick. 

 

Meal discount: When employees and interns are working onsite, they may access a discount on food pickup or delivery through Seamless/Grubhub. 

 

Application Process and Timeline

 

Applications for the Summer 2025 Library Access Internship must be submitted no later than February 28, 2025. 

 

Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews, and applicants will be notified in April 2025. 

 

Apply here or submit PDF of cover letter and résumé. Include the following in your cover letter:

• Your reasons for applying for the internship, including a statement describing how this internship would enhance your career plans or academic course of study

• What you can contribute to The Frick Collection community

• Your preferred dates and hours of availability (to be discussed if selected for an interview)

Or send required materials to:  

 

Associate Chief Librarian, Access

The Frick Collection

1 East 70th Street

New York, NY 10021

 

Please note that internship applications to multiple departments are not accepted; please apply to only one department.

 

Joey Vincennie (he/him)  

Reference Lead 

Frick Art Research Library 

The Frick Collection 

vincennie@frick.org

Special Collections Summer Fellowships, Princeton U (NJ)

 

Princeton University Library’s (PUL) Department of Special Collections is excited to offer two Special Collections Summer Fellowships. The John Foster and Janet Avery Dulles Archival Fellow is hosted at Special Collections in Mudd Library, with the other hosted at Special Collections in Firestone Library.

The fellowships provide a summer of paid work experience for current or recent graduate students interested in pursuing a career in special collections or archives. 

About the Fellowship 

The 2025 Fellows will gain experience in the fields of technical services, public services, and curatorial work. Projects for 2025 may include: learning and implementing reparative description; processing/reprocessing of manuscript collections (including hybrid collections with born-digital and audiovisual materials); metadata cleanup; participation in the reference rotation and answering reference questions in person and remotely; working alongside curatorial staff to learn and implement contemporary collecting and stewardship practices; and conducting research on areas of scholarly inquiry and supporting curatorial projects as an integral part of an acquisitions team. The fellows will work with a diverse team of Library and archives professionals but will have one primary supervisor for the term of their fellowship.

More information about the Library and its holdings is available on the Library website. 

This 10- to 12-week residency program, which starts in June, will be paid at a rate of $32.00 per hour for 36.25 hours/week (subject to state/local/federal taxes). In addition, expenses for attending one North American-based conference of the fellow’s choosing (travel, registration fees, and hotel) will be covered by Princeton University Library.

Requirements

• Experience working in the archival and/or special collections profession (including positions held as part of volunteer programs, internships, work-study programs, contract/adjunct work, other fellowships, etc.). 
• Current graduate student or recent graduate (within one year of graduation) of an advanced degree program in archive or library/information management, museum studies and public history, or other related disciplines. 
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Excellent time management and project management skills (ability to manage multiple projects).
• Willingness and commitment to learn new technologies.

Foreign language skills (particularly Spanish-language reading skills) are valued, but not essential.

Princeton University Library is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and advancing the University’s commitment to racial equity within our community and in the world. We encourage candidates from all diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply for our positions. To find out more about PUL’s work towards greater inclusivity, equity, and diversity, please see PUL’s “About” page.

To apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two academic and/or professional references addressed to the search committee at mfellow@princeton.edu

with the subject line “[Applicant Last Name] 2025 Summer Fellowship.” If you are particularly interested in either the Mudd or Firestone position, please indicate that in your cover letter. Applications must be received by Monday, March 3, 2025. Zoom interviews will be conducted with the top candidates by the beginning of April, and the successful candidate will be notified by April 14, 2025.

Please note: University dormitory housing may be available to the successful candidate, but most past fellows have found housing off campus. Fellows are responsible for identifying and paying for their housing. 

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

(Link is external) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.