Are you a master’s student passionate about project management, communication, and the archival sector? The International Council on Archives (ICA) is offering a unique opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience with an international NGO dedicated to promoting the preservation of documentary heritage and advancing the archival profession globally.
What is Community Outreach?
At the heart of ICA’s mission is the promotion of dialogue, knowledge exchange, and the effective management of archives across global communities. Community outreach at ICA focuses on creating connections and empowering archival professionals and institutions through collaboration and shared resources. By engaging with members and stakeholders worldwide, ICA works to enhance regional development, promote innovative practices, and ensure the preservation of documentary heritage. Whether it’s through digitization projects, regional programs, or initiatives like International Archives Week, community outreach ensures that the voices of diverse communities are heard and that archival practices continue to evolve and meet the needs of the global community. This internship offers the chance to directly contribute to these vital efforts, fostering connections between local and international archival networks.
What’s in it for you?
This five to six-month internship provides an incredible chance to work on exciting global projects, collaborate with professionals from around the world, and develop valuable skills in project management, communication, and digital tools.
Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept:
As an intern, you will play a vital role in supporting ICA’s ambitious projects and events in 2025, including the second phase of a digitization project in Ukraine and the seventh International Archives Week. You will also be involved in the highly anticipated ICA Congress in Barcelona in 2025. Here’s a glimpse of what you will be up to:
1. Project Management
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- Assist with the integration of an online mapping tool for ICA’s Africa Programme.
- Work alongside volunteers to organize and input data into the tool.
- Help structure a regional development programme and ensure everything is on track.
2. Administrative Support
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- Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Keep project documentation organized and accessible.
- Help draft reports, meeting agendas, and minutes.
3. Communication
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- Contribute to the communication strategy for International Archives Week 2025.
- Write, edit, and translate press releases and other materials.
- Identify media outlets to boost visibility for ICA’s initiatives.
- Assist in drafting content for the new ICA website, ensuring it’s fresh and engaging.
Who Are We Looking For?
We are looking for motivated, detail-oriented students from the following fields:
- Humanities or Social Sciences
- International Affairs
- Archival Studies, Digital Sciences, or those with a keen interest in new technologies.
You should be:
- Fluent in both French and English
- Creative, with strong interpersonal skills
- Ready to work in an international, team-oriented environment
Ready to Join Us?
To apply, send your CV and cover letter, outlining how you meet the requirements, to communications@ica.org by 30 November 2024, 23:59 CET.
