Artists For Humanity: Photography Studio Archival Intern (Boston)

OVERVIEW
Reporting to Mary Nguyen, the Director of Photography, will work with the Photography Studio team to be an Archival Intern supporting the documentation and archival of Artists For Humanity’s rich history. Responsibilities include scanning, lightly editing, inserting metadata, and archiving physical photographs as well as aiding in the organization of pre-existing photographs. Qualifications include attention to detail,
strong communication skills, and proficiency in Mac-based computers. The role will also interface with past Artists For Humanity alumni to capture the names and details of former Artists For Humanity employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Scan and lightly edit physical photographs for archival purposes

  • Insert metadata and organize digital and physical photo archives

  • Assist in documenting and preserving Artists For Humanity’s history

  • Aid in the organization of pre-existing photographs

  • Interface with past AFH alumni to gather names and details of former employees

  • Collaborate with the Photography Studio team to ensure archival accuracy

  • Ensure proper storage and backup of all photography-related files to maintain data integrity.

REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Appreciation of the role of art, design, and entrepreneurship in youth development; deep belief in Artists For Humanity’s mission

  • Strong attention to detail for accurate documentation and metadata entry

  • Proficiency in Mac-based computers and relevant software

  • Excellent communication skills for engaging with alumni, team members, and individuals from diverse backgrounds

  • Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently

  • Interest in photography, archiving, or historical preservation is a plus

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

  • Must be a US Citizen, US National or Permanent Resident

  • This is a part-time position, with flexible hours based on scheduled client photoshoots and studio activities

COMPENSATION

  • $22.50 per hour

INTERNS WILL WORK 28 HOURS PER WEEK AND ATTEND A MANDATORY OFFSITE PROGRAM DAY ONE DAY PER WEEK WITH THEIR COHORT.

  • Internship Period: June 9 – August 8

  • Total Weeks: 9 weeks

  • Work Hours per Week: 28

  • Total Hours: 252

  • Workdays: 4 days per week onsite (Mondays – Thursdays)  

  • Work hours will be 10 AM - 6 PM

PROGRAM DAY:

  • On Fridays, interns will attend an offsite program day with their cohort.

  • These hours are separate from the internship hours.

To Apply for This Position:

If interested, please apply directly to the supervisor for this position - Mary Nguyen, Director of Photography, at mnguyen@afhboston.org. Please include a cover letter and your resume. Also, please be sure to copy artsinternBAI@studioinstitute.org in your application email.

Questions or Concerns?

Contact us at:
artsinternBAI@studioinstitute.org