Leacross Foundation Internship – Collections Care (3-month contract)
Toronto, ON, Canada
Full Time
COLLECTIONS & RESEARCH
Entry Level
WHO WE ARE
Opened in 1914 and welcoming over 1.3 million visitors annually, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is Canada’s most-visited museum, ranking among the top 10 cultural institutions in North America. At ROM, we are dedicated to building and sharing global collections, sharing knowledge, inspiring learning, and fostering community engagement. As a globally recognized field research institute, ROM houses an impressive collection of over 18 million artworks, cultural objects, and natural history specimens, showcased in over 40 galleries and exhibition spaces. We are committed to creating a space where art, culture, and nature intersect, connecting people and communities to the past, present and shared future.
As we continue to work toward our goals to transform and evolve as one of the world’s foremost 21st-century museums, we seek passionate and dynamic team members who embody our mission and values.
WHO WE NEED
The Leacross Foundation Internship Program is for a summer internship at ROM for female-identifying students, representing a partnership that will build and strengthen the careers of undergraduate scholars while advancing ROM’s position as a premier Canadian research institution. There will be a cohort of five interns, one in Biodiversity, one in Earth and Space (including Climate Change), Fossils, Art & Culture, and Collections Care. These interns will meet throughout the summer to learn more about the ROM and the different collections and initiatives.
The Leacross Foundation seeks a motivated individual for the Internship in Collections Care. This position involves collaboration across various Natural History disciplines, focusing on the processing and archiving documents and other historical materials to ensure their preservation for future use in the ROM archives. Each collection area within Natural History is supported by its own archive.
The key responsibilities include conducting a comprehensive inventory of all the Department of Natural History archival materials. In collaboration with the ROM archivist, the intern will assess the historical significance of these materials to identify items that should be permanently preserved in the ROM archive. Additionally, the intern will process materials by classifying, cataloging, and indexing them by established archival practices.
The intern will be able to engage with other Leacross Foundation interns to gain insights into different areas of the institution beyond Natural History. They will be encouraged to share their projects with fellow interns.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
WHAT YOU BRING
SALARY & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
WHAT TO EXPECT IN OUR INTERVIEW PROCESS
**All virtual conversations and interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams and may be recorded.**
WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE ROM
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & ACCESSIBILITY
At ROM, we embrace diversity in our exhibits, communities, and teams. We encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, and those who can further diversify our ideas. We are committed to equitable employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
We welcome and accommodate candidates with disabilities throughout the selection process. Please contact us at [email protected] for assistance.
APPLY NOW
Apply today and help us create a collaborative, diverse, inclusive, and equitable space where creativity and learning flourish.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that all candidates receiving a verbal job offer will be subject to a background check. This includes a criminal background check and verification of professional references, and, other checks depending on the role.
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Opened in 1914 and welcoming over 1.3 million visitors annually, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is Canada’s most-visited museum, ranking among the top 10 cultural institutions in North America. At ROM, we are dedicated to building and sharing global collections, sharing knowledge, inspiring learning, and fostering community engagement. As a globally recognized field research institute, ROM houses an impressive collection of over 18 million artworks, cultural objects, and natural history specimens, showcased in over 40 galleries and exhibition spaces. We are committed to creating a space where art, culture, and nature intersect, connecting people and communities to the past, present and shared future.
As we continue to work toward our goals to transform and evolve as one of the world’s foremost 21st-century museums, we seek passionate and dynamic team members who embody our mission and values.
WHO WE NEED
The Leacross Foundation Internship Program is for a summer internship at ROM for female-identifying students, representing a partnership that will build and strengthen the careers of undergraduate scholars while advancing ROM’s position as a premier Canadian research institution. There will be a cohort of five interns, one in Biodiversity, one in Earth and Space (including Climate Change), Fossils, Art & Culture, and Collections Care. These interns will meet throughout the summer to learn more about the ROM and the different collections and initiatives.
The Leacross Foundation seeks a motivated individual for the Internship in Collections Care. This position involves collaboration across various Natural History disciplines, focusing on the processing and archiving documents and other historical materials to ensure their preservation for future use in the ROM archives. Each collection area within Natural History is supported by its own archive.
The key responsibilities include conducting a comprehensive inventory of all the Department of Natural History archival materials. In collaboration with the ROM archivist, the intern will assess the historical significance of these materials to identify items that should be permanently preserved in the ROM archive. Additionally, the intern will process materials by classifying, cataloging, and indexing them by established archival practices.
The intern will be able to engage with other Leacross Foundation interns to gain insights into different areas of the institution beyond Natural History. They will be encouraged to share their projects with fellow interns.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Work closely with Curators, Collections Technicians and Collections Specialists identifying any archival material in each area.
- In conjunction with the ROM archivist, evaluate the historical significance of materials to determine which items should be permanently preserved in the archive.
- Organizing materials by classifying, cataloging, and indexing them according to established archival practices
- Creating metadata for each item, including information about its content, creator, date, and context.
- Implement the appropriate preservation and storage for varying materials.
- Provides quality control, ensuring the integrity, consistency and sharing of the organization’s centralized data resources and digital assets.
- Engage with the other Leacross Interns within the institution to learn about their projects and other areas within the institution.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Enrolled in a post-secondary Museum Studies or Library Sciences program OR an acceptable equivalent in education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience in object handling and archives, particularly with an aptitude for independent and collaborative work and strong attention to detail, is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) would be an asset.
- Strong writing/communication abilities and practical knowledge of data management reporting.
SALARY & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
- START DATE: May 20, 2025, to August 29, 2025
- OPEN DATE: March 12, 2025
- CLOSE DATE: April 4, 2025
- STATUS: Full-time Contract
- EMPLOYEE GROUP: Non-Union
- HOURLY RATE: $18.00
- SCHEDULE: Up to 35 hours weekly
- LOCATION (onsite): Toronto, ON
WHAT TO EXPECT IN OUR INTERVIEW PROCESS
- Interview: A 30-60-minute virtual interview with the Hiring Manager and a member of the HR team. This in-depth interview will focus on your skills and how they align with the team's and ROM's needs.
**All virtual conversations and interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams and may be recorded.**
WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE ROM
- Cultural engagement: Daily interactions with Toronto’s diverse culture and international visitors offer insights into social and cultural trends. We champion inclusive community programs and connections through diverse experiences.
- Continuous learning: At ROM, expertise and continuous skill development are paramount. Our culture of curiosity and open-mindedness fosters growth beyond traditional career paths.
- Passion & fulfillment: Our work in preserving and curating cultural narratives brings deep satisfaction. We are passionate about the arts, global history, cultural diversity, and leveraging digital technologies to enhance accessibility.
- Team & culture: ROM promotes a positive workplace with collaborative, supportive teams that encourage creativity and innovation. We value new ideas and collective problem-solving.
- Academic collaboration: We are committed to education, partnering with universities and providing student resources, underscoring our dedication to research and accessibility.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & ACCESSIBILITY
At ROM, we embrace diversity in our exhibits, communities, and teams. We encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, and those who can further diversify our ideas. We are committed to equitable employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
We welcome and accommodate candidates with disabilities throughout the selection process. Please contact us at [email protected] for assistance.
APPLY NOW
Apply today and help us create a collaborative, diverse, inclusive, and equitable space where creativity and learning flourish.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that all candidates receiving a verbal job offer will be subject to a background check. This includes a criminal background check and verification of professional references, and, other checks depending on the role.
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