Internship at Heritage Council and National Library of Ireland

Conservation Internship 2016/2017
The Heritage Council of Ireland and the National Library of Ireland

The Heritage Council and the National Library of Ireland are pleased
to offer a one year 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 to different audiences.

Requirements:

    Recent graduates of a recognised book and/or paper conservation
    training programme (2014-2016)

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

    Experience in surveying/ dealing with large collections

    Ability to work independently and part of a team

    Excellent written, verbal and IT communication skills

Stipend: Euro 27,000 (subject to normal statutory deductions)

Applicants should ensure that they are eligible to live and work in
Ireland.

Applications from non conservation graduates will not be considered.

How to Apply: Three copies of completed application form should be
sent to

    Human Resources
    National Library of Ireland
    4 Kildare Street
    Dublin 2.

It is the responsibility of applicants to contact the HR Unit if an
acknowledgement has not been received within 2 days of the closing
date.

Please Note: The closing date for receipt of completed applications
has been extended to 3pm on 12 August 2016.

The National Library of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer


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