Archives Assistant

The Salvation Army

Canada
Base: $17.60 to $20.01 with a maximum of $24.01; b...
Digitize historical materials
Describe archival items with metadata
Handle archival materials carefully
The Salvation Army Archives is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Digitization Assistant for the 2026 summer term to support the ongoing preservation of its historical records

Job Summary

  • The Salvation Army Archives is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Digitization Assistant for the 2026 summer term to support the ongoing preservation of its historical records.
  • This role exists to ensure the continued growth, maintenance, and long‑term sustainability of the Archives’ digitization project and contributes to broader archival initiatives.
  • Assist with research tasks, social media and website updates, exhibits, presentations, and other projects that support public engagement.

Matching Summary

The Salvation Army Archives is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Digitization Assistant for the 2026 summer term to support the ongoing preservation of its historical records.

Salary

Base: $17.60 to $20.01 with a maximum of $24.01; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Digitize historical materials
  • Describe archival items with metadata
  • Handle archival materials carefully
  • Create high-quality digital images
  • Upload digitized files into database

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in heritage collections
  • Enthusiasm for learning digitization
  • Familiarity with Salvation Army history

Key Requirements

  • Enrolled in related undergraduate or graduate program
  • Experience in Archive or Museum environment
  • Familiarity with digitization tools
  • Strong computer skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Effective organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada
  • Between 16 and 30 years of age
  • High school, college, CEGEP, or university student

Work Rights

Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or refugee status

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