InternshipAt — Jewish Women's Archive

Opportunity Summary 

The ideal internship candidates will be motivated and enthusiastic and have a strong interest in Jewish Studies, feminism, and public history.

Summer interns are expected to work a minimum of 16 hours per week, and will support a variety of projects, such as:

• Assisting with ongoing revision of the Shalvi/Hyman Encyclopedia of Jewish Women by updating entries and adding multimedia illustrations.
• Working with JWA’s extensive collections of oral histories by transcribing or reviewing oral history transcripts and cataloging, describing, and organizing oral history records.
• Adding entries to the “This Week in History” feature.
• Contributing to JWA’s robust social media presence.
• Assisting in the marketing of JWA’s events and programs.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

• Gain unique insight into the inner workings of a nationally recognized non-profit
• Gain increased understanding of the editorial process
• Learn about the rich history of Jewish women
• Connect to an influential network of professional women and community partners
• Receive professional advice and guidance from JWA’s talented staff
• Build marketable professional skills

Opportunity Training 

Training with staff

Program 
Academic Internship
Location Type 
Remote
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
16hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing