The Jewish Studies Program of Barnard College offers a virtual
internship program with the Jewish Women’s Archive (JWA). The
application deadline for the summer internship is March 27. The
internship begins June 3.
What is the JWA?
JWA
is a national organization dedicated to collecting and promoting the
extraordinary stories of Jewish women and gender-expansive people. JWA
explores the past as a framework for understanding the issues important
to women today; inspires young people with remarkable role models; and
uses Jewish women’s stories to excite people to see themselves as agents
of change. JWA.org is the world’s largest collection of information on
Jewish women and draws nearly 3 million visitors a year from more than
230 countries seeking information, inspiration, community, and a sense
of identity. JWA also hosts
public programs; sparks conversation with its blog, podcast, and social media presence; trains the thought leaders of tomorrow through the Rising Voices Fellowship; and is a leading voice in feminist and Jewish spheres.
Who should apply?
The
ideal internship candidates will be motivated and enthusiastic and have
a strong interest in Jewish Studies, feminism, and public history. The
intern must be a current student of Barnard College.
How many hours of work is the internship? What is the stipend amount?
A commitment to 100 hours over the course of the summer is required for a stipend of $1500. All work can be done remotely.
What will interns do?
• Assisting with ongoing revision of the Shalvi/Hyman Encyclopedia of Jewish Women by updating entries and adding multimedia illustrations
•
Working with JWA’s extensive collections of oral histories by
transcribing or reviewing oral history transcripts and cataloging,
describing, and organizing oral history records
• Adding entries to the “This Week in History” feature
• Contributing to JWA’s robust social media presence
• Assisting in the marketing of JWA’s events and programs
What experience & qualifications do I need in order to apply?
• Strong writing skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent computer skills
• Keen interest in the history of Jewish women and feminism
• Background in history, gender studies, or Jewish Studies; interest in public history a plus
What opportunities and benefits does the internship offer?
• Gain unique insight into the inner workings of a nationally recognized non-profit
• Gain increased understanding of the editorial process
• Learn about the rich history of Jewish women
• Connect to an influential network of professional women and community partners
• Receive professional advice and guidance from JWA’s talented staff
• Build marketable professional skills
How can I apply?
Send an email to Mikki Pugh, Chief of Staff [mpugh@jwa.org] and Professor Rebecca Kobrin [rk2351@columbia.edu] that includes:
• Current resume
• Cover letter with at least one professional reference
• 2 samples of (or links to) your writing
When is the deadline for applications? When does the internship begin?
Application deadline: March 27, 2024
Internship begins: June 3, 2024
