The application period for 2022 Simmons Internships has closed. Thank you to all our applicants! Please check back early next year for 2023 Simmons Internship opportunities. For more information about the Simmons Graduate Internship Program, contact HistoryInternship@TheHenryFord.org or Sophia Kloc, Office Administrator and Simmons Internship Coordinator, The Henry Ford 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI 48124-5029.

The Archives and Library at The Henry Ford has recently expanded its holdings of collections related to American roadside architecture, business and culture, including what can be considered to be “…the premier collection of diner materials in the country…put together by the leading expert on the subject.”

• Richard J.S. Gutman Diner Collection
• John Margolies Ephemera and Photographs Collection
• John Margolies Roadside America Collection

We are seeking an intern to assist in the effort to complete processing of these three collections to improve their serviceability and findability for our internal and external researchers.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Arrangement and description of unprocessed materials
• Rehousing of materials to archival grade containers
• Addition and improvement of container labeling
• Updating and revision of existing collection description

In addition, at the completion of the internship, with assistance and input from appropriate staff, the student will present a synopsis of the project to an audience of The Henry Ford staff.

Required qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate-level program with an archival or library focus.
• Interest in gaining experience with description and access of archival collections.
• Understanding of archival description standards and practices including Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS).
• Strong writing and communication skills, and attention to detail.

Additional desired qualifications:

• Prior archival arrangement and description experience.
• Experience using an archival or museum collections management system.

The deadline for application is Friday, March 4, 2022 (postmarked or emailed by 11:59 PM EST).

Please submit inquiries, letter(s) of application, résumé or CV and letters of recommendation to HistoryInternship@TheHenryFord.org or Sophia Kloc, Office Administrator and Simmons Internship Coordinator, The Henry Ford 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI 48124-5029.