Internship at National Library of Ireland--addendum

Paintings Conservator (9-month Internship)
National Library of Ireland

The Heritage Council and the National Library of Ireland are pleased
to offer a nine-month conservation internship. The internship is
part of the Heritage Council's commitment to the promotion of best
practice for conservation in Ireland. The intern will work alongside
experienced conservators in NLI's busy conservation studio. The
internship will combine studio practice and research and will
develop and broaden the intern's knowledge and experience. He/she
will work on a variety of collections from the manuscript, printed
and visual collections of the National Library of Ireland, as well
as assisting in the preparation and installation of exhibitions and
loans. The intern will be encouraged to publish and present their
work for different audiences.

Requirements:

    Recent graduates of a recognised book and/or paper conservation
    training programme (2011-2013)

    Theoretical understanding and practical experience of
    conservation treatments (paper/book or parchment)

    Experience in surveying/ dealing with large collections

    Ability to work independently and part of a team

    Excellent written and verbal and IT communication skills

Stipend: Euro20,000 (subject to normal statutory deductions)

Interviews:  Week of 9 September 2013
Proposed Start date:  Early Oct 2013

Applications must be made on the official application form.

    <URL:http://www.nli.ie/en/udlist/current-opportunities.aspx?article=c375534e-2ef1-4198-be71-15bf0707a1be>


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