Summer Archives Assistant (Student Assistant Specialist)

Job description

The New School Archives and Special Collections–a unit of the New School Libraries, Collections and Academic Services (LCAS)–seeks a summer Archives Assistant to help with routine administrative tasks. The Archives Assistant will work under the supervision of the archivists to set up and serve as a clerk for research appointments, prepare materials for transfer to other offices, and complete basic tasks to assist staff with the processing and care of archival materials. Open to matriculated graduate students only* , this is an on-campus position starting in June 2026 , with possible extension through the 2026-2027 academic year. Students, with the approval of the supervisor, will establish a schedule of approximately 10-15 hours a week, between Monday and Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Once established, the student must maintain a consistent schedule and commit to the position for the entire summer, preferably with the intention of remaining in the position throughout the 2026-2027 academic year. Preference will be given to students in the early stages of their academic program. - Matriculated students refers to students who have already begun taking classes at The New School. Students who...