Undergraduate Student Assistant
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 12, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Undergraduate Student Assistant
Requisition Number
DU11851
Department Name
88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$13.00/hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Students should have more than 12 credits to apply.
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
n/a
Shift
Varies
5-10 hours per week
Job Summary
The UK Libraries Special Collections Research Center seeks applications from undergraduate students for internships in the Learning Lab for a Learning Lab Intern position.
The Learning Lab promotes student research, scholarship, and more fully integrate Special Collections and primary source materials into the teaching and research mission of the University.
Interns will be paired with unprocessed archival collections and taught how to arrange and describe rare or unique collections in their area of research interest, while enhancing access through the production of guides, exhibits, or transcriptions. In addition, interns will create a research project based on their collection and disseminate their research through conference presentations or exhibits. This final project may be designed to dovetail with a required capstone or other academic requirement. Students may also earn up to three credit hours per semester through EXP 396.
To learn more about the program and see examples of previous student projects, please visit our website.
To apply:
1. Select 1-2 archival collections from the list at https://libraries.uky.edu/locations/special-collections-research-center/learning-lab-internship/learning-lab-collections
2. Submit your resume and an under 500-word essay about why you chose those collections and what you hope to learn from researching them.
3. Ask a faculty member who knows you well to write a letter of recommendation to be sent directly to carolstreet@uky.edu
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The student should have attention to detail, writing, and editing skills, and the ability to follow department procedures and policies and to work independently. It is expected that the student assistant will maintain a regular work schedule. Must have respect for the intrinsic value of archival materials.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Basic computer proficiency with a working knowledge of Microsoft applications, as well as an understanding of database management. Students should have more than 12 credits to apply.
Deadline to Apply
04/19/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Undergraduate Student Assistant
Requisition Number
DU11851
Department Name
88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$13.00/hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Students should have more than 12 credits to apply.
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
n/a
Shift
Varies
5-10 hours per week
Job Summary
The UK Libraries Special Collections Research Center seeks applications from undergraduate students for internships in the Learning Lab for a Learning Lab Intern position.
The Learning Lab promotes student research, scholarship, and more fully integrate Special Collections and primary source materials into the teaching and research mission of the University.
Interns will be paired with unprocessed archival collections and taught how to arrange and describe rare or unique collections in their area of research interest, while enhancing access through the production of guides, exhibits, or transcriptions. In addition, interns will create a research project based on their collection and disseminate their research through conference presentations or exhibits. This final project may be designed to dovetail with a required capstone or other academic requirement. Students may also earn up to three credit hours per semester through EXP 396.
To learn more about the program and see examples of previous student projects, please visit our website.
To apply:
1. Select 1-2 archival collections from the list at https://libraries.uky.edu/locations/special-collections-research-center/learning-lab-internship/learning-lab-collections
2. Submit your resume and an under 500-word essay about why you chose those collections and what you hope to learn from researching them.
3. Ask a faculty member who knows you well to write a letter of recommendation to be sent directly to carolstreet@uky.edu
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The student should have attention to detail, writing, and editing skills, and the ability to follow department procedures and policies and to work independently. It is expected that the student assistant will maintain a regular work schedule. Must have respect for the intrinsic value of archival materials.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Basic computer proficiency with a working knowledge of Microsoft applications, as well as an understanding of database management. Students should have more than 12 credits to apply.
Deadline to Apply
04/19/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Writing Sample
