AIHS Spring 2026 Archival Research Intern

AIHS Spring 2026 Archival Research Intern

(December 1, 2025)

Position Title - Spring Archival Research Intern

Supervisor Title – Lead Archivist of the American Irish Historical Society

Position Type - Unpaid Internship (possibility for undergraduate and graduate credit)

Does this position satisfy requirements for course credits? - Yes

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to info@aihs.org. Applications will be reviewed through the end of January.

Position Summary

The American Irish Historical Society (AIHS) seeks Archival Research Interns for a semester/quarter-length (12-week) temporary position. This internship is designed for current (or recently graduated) undergraduate and graduate students pursuing study in the field of history, literature, archives, and other related subjects. Those with a demonstrated interest in Irish-American history will be prioritized.

Working under the supervision of the Lead Archivist, the interns will gain hands-on experience in archival descriptive research, while supporting AIHS’s mission to increase access to Irish-American history through its archives.

This opportunity will result in a presentation of archival research and an opportunity for publication in a chosen topic.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct surveys of archival collections to discover research interests.
• Complete research outside of AIHS, using secondary resources such as NYPL, JSTOR, and others.
• Physically arrange (sorting and labeling containers) and describe archival collections at the folder level.
• Input descriptive data and container locations into AirTable.
• Handle archival materials with care.
• Reporting progress to supervisor on a weekly basis, completing assignments related to ongoing research.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Currently attending or having recently completed an undergraduate or graduate degree, related to the studies listed above.
• Ability to conduct advanced archival research, guiding one’s own interests with support from supervisors.
• Capacity to read in cursive, or willingness to learn. Ability to read in Irish preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in Irish-American history, especially in New York and Boston.
• Familiarity with Google Suite, Microsoft Office. Preferred experience with AirTable.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are necessary. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to pay close attention to detail and organize effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with members with fellow interns and Archives team.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative and work independently. Past research experience is not necessary.
• Must be able to lift and carry boxes up to approximately 40 lbs.