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University of South Carolina

Library Specialist - MIRC Intern

Posting Number

TMP00587PO26

Job Code Title

Library Specialist

Advertised Title

Library Specialist - MIRC Intern

Campus

Columbia

College/Division

University Libraries

Department

LIBR Moving Image Research Collections

Salary

$20.00/Hr.

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part Time

Hours per Week

Work Schedule

Flexible Schedule for 10 weeks

Job Search Category

Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Provide the opportunity to create a detailed inventory of WIS-TV’s holdings of thousands of local news videotapes spanning the late 1970s through the 2000s. Time each week will be split between onsite photography work at WIS-TV, and transcribing text from the images (either at MIRC or remotely). The inventory will provide a better understanding of content, location of tapes, and aid in future decisions about digitization priorities. Internship will include:

Carefully photographing shelves and tapes currently housed in the WIS-TV building to ensure maximum legibility, including close-ups of exterior case labels and tape labels
Transcribing tape labels from the photographs. Any illegible or missing labels, as well as other issues, would be documented for curator review
Regular check-ins with the MIRC curator and representatives from the Center for Civil Rights History and Research, and potential opportunities for the intern to independently research events and individuals referenced in the labels
If feasible, the intern could also research potential digitization options and associated budget estimates for the collection

Qualifications

Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires no prior work experience.

Job Duties

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

06/01/2026

Proposed End Date

Job Open Date

04/21/2026

Job Close Date

05/13/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

This position is offered through the Association of Moving Image Archivists (AMIA) Pathways Fellowship Program. All applicants must also fill in the AMIA Pathways fellowship application.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204889

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential

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