Image & Metadata Quality Control Intern

Responsibilities

• Audit and evaluate metadata and image quality for digital historical records prior to publication on Family Search.org.
• Conduct data analysis and investigate and resolve data-related issues and inquiries.
• Apply and support internal quality standards for image and metadata within historical record collections.
• Collaborate with team members and cross‑functional partners to maintain quality benchmarks and improve processes.
• Participate in regular team and cross‑functional meetings to coordinate projects and address quality concerns.
• Create or update metadata to enhance discoverability and usability for patrons conducting research.
• Support training efforts by contributing to documentation or instructional materials as needed.

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed (within one year) a degree program in information sciences, genealogy/family history, linguistics, history, or a related field.
• Eligibility to participate in a paid internship program, including completion of a Paid Internship Engagement Letter.

• Proficiency in Russian (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Additional language skills (Slavic languages) are beneficial.
• Familiarity with historical records and the ability to read handwritten documents, including cursive.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to conduct research and interpret data.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across both local and distributed teams.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Willingness and ability to learn department processes, tools, and workflows.
• Experience creating or contributing to training materials or documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with Family Search.org tools and the Family History Library Catalog.
• For the Russian‑language position: experience typing using a Russian keyboard or input tools preferred.

Demonstrates proficiency in Russian and strong analytical skills to evaluate metadata and image quality for historical records. Capable of collaborating effectively with teams and contributing to training materials while managing multiple tasks efficiently.

• Family Search.org Tools
• Family History Library Catalog
• Microsoft Office Applications