Lower Sioux Agency Scanning and Digitizing Intern

Department
Greater MN Sites
Supervisor
Associate Vice President of Tribal Nation Relations and Native American Initiatives
Hours
20/week
Location
Semester(s)
Spring 2025 (January - May)
Status
Paid

Support the scanning and digitizing of historical documents for the Lower Sioux Agency (LSA).

Ideal Degree(s)
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • History
  • Library science
  • Native American studies
  • Public history
Student Qualifications

● Excellent communication skills
● Strong historical research skills
● Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
● Detail-oriented and ability to to ask for help/clarity when needed

Student Responsibilities

● Research on the LSA

● Scanning and Digitization of materials
● Summarizing/writing small paragraphs
● Research unreadable documents and print new versions

Knowledge Intern is expected to gain

Learn about Dakota history, Historic Lower Sioux Agency Site and history about the grounds, site, community, and cultural preservation plans.

Additional Requirements

None.

How to Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and any required additional materials to internships@mnhs.org. 

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