Internship at Washington State University

We are now seeking candidates for the 4th Annual John W. and Mildred
Bissinger Preservation Internship. The successful candidate will
work for one month as an Intern in the Preservation/Conservation
Laboratory in Manuscripts, Archives and Special Collections (MASC)
at Washington State University (Pullman, WA) under the supervision
of Gudrun Aurand, Bookbinder/Conservator.

During the course of the Internship, participants will learn the
fundamentals of book and paper repair. Apart form hands-on
experience, the intern will:

    *   Learn about different Binding Styles and have the
        opportunity to examine MASC collections

    *   Become familiar with online preservation sites and
        discussion groups

    *   Have the opportunity to meet with MASC Librarians to learn
        about preservation concerns in Archives collection
        management. Interested applicants should also visit
        <URL:http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/conserve.htm>

The internship is scheduled to begin Tuesday, July 5, 2005 and will
end Friday, July 29, 2005. May 15, 2004 is the deadline for
application. For further information and how to apply contact Gudrun
Aurand <aurandg<-a t->wsu< . >edu>.

Gudrun Aurand
Bookbinder/Conservator
Washington State University
Pullman, WA 99164-5610
509-335-7463

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