Digitization & Archival Research Intern

Digitization & Archival Research Intern

About the Internship

We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Digitization & Archival Research Intern to join our archival digitization team. This is a full-time, in-office internship based in Srinagar, ideal for individuals passionate about photography, visual history, and cultural preservation. Interns will play a key role in handling and digitizing historical photographic materials and organizing metadata for future digital publication.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle and digitize photographic materials including 35mm negatives, medium format film, and glass plate negatives.
• Operate DSLR/mirrorless camera systems mounted on copy stands for high-resolution image capture.
• Follow standardized protocols for file naming, folder structuring, and digital asset storage.
• Extract contextual metadata from original envelopes, boxes, or archival notes.
• Enter and maintain structured metadata in Excel or Google Sheets templates.
• Tag and describe images using standardized keywords and controlled vocabularies.
• Assist in organizing digital assets for future integration into an online archive or visual repository.

Required Skills

• Basic proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
• Working knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
• Basic photography skills (especially using DSLR cameras; training will be provided)
• Strong written English communication skills
• Familiarity with digital file management
• Ability to work meticulously with fragile or historical materials.

Internship Details

• Location: Srinagar (On-site only)
• Duration: 3 months (Full-time)

Job Types: Full-time, Internship
Contract length: 3-6 months

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person