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AAPI Community Development Intern

UNLV Special Collections and Archives

UNLV Special Collections and Archives

Position Details

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Offered

Status

Type

Method

Hours/Week

Compensation

Location, if applicable

Unavailable

Neon Pacific Initiative

In Person

10-15 hours per week

Unpaid; however, eligible students receive an NPI scholarship

The intern will be working on site in Special Collections and Archives at the Lied Library

We would like this position to first gain an understanding of the mission and goals of Special Collections and Archives, and then reach out to a selected list of Las Vegas AAPI community organizations as an ambassador for SCA. They would make these organizations aware of the valuable work that SCA does in documenting the diverse history of Las Vegas, and possibly pave the way for future donations that would enrich our documentation of the AAPI community in Las Vegas or provide information on how we can guide them The intern will be responsible for forging connections between SCA and these organizations and their members via email, phone, and in person contact. Tasks would include outreach to these organizations via tabling and attendance at AAPI community events, along with arranging tours and show and tells of SCA. The intern may also be responsible for developing library research guides of Las Vegas AAPI-related material and gathering a collection of material focused on specific Las Vegas AAPI-related events and topics. The intern needs to demonstrate attention to detail, responsiveness, time management skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to balance multiple tasks.

Position Description

UNLV University Libraries Special Collections and Archives (SCA) promotes learning, discovery, and scholarship about Las Vegas, Southern Nevada, and gaming. We partner with records creators and donors to preserve and provide access to rare and unique materials about our region's heritage. We collaborate with all types of users world-wide to support teaching and learning, the creation of new knowledge, and the intellectual and cultural vitality of our community.

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