Intern - Library Science (Research Archive)

Job Description:

Role: Intern - Research Archive (Library Science)
Location: Mumbai
Duration: 2 Months
Mode: On-site

About the Role
We are looking for an intern from a Library & Information Science (LIS) background to support a Research Archive Project focused on organising and digitising decades of research, though leadership content and articles.
This role is ideal for candidates interested in cataloguing, knowledge management, and digital archiving.

Key Responsibilities
* Locate and compile research documents from various internal sources
* Extract, structure, and record metadata (title, author, keywords, year, etc.)
* Create and maintain a clean and structured catalogue in Excel
* Organise, classify, and rename digital files using a standard naming system
* Identify gaps, duplicates, or inconsistencies in the archive
* Perform quality checks to maintain data accuracy and uniformity
* Prepare a final summary of completed work and pending gaps

Eligibility
* Students currently pursuing:
* Library & Information Science (UG or PG)
* Candidates with exposure to economics or research content will be preferred

Skills Required
Essential:
* Proficiency in MS Excel for data organisation
* Understanding of cataloguing, classification, and metadata principles
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Comfortable working with digital documents (PDF/Word)
* Good written communication skills
* Ability to manage tasks independently
Good to Have:
* Exposure to digital archiving or library systems
* Familiarity with document management tools
* Experience with reference management tools (Zotero, Mendeley)
* Interest in economics and policy research

What You Will Gain
* Practical experience in digital archiving and knowledge management
* Exposure to real-world research documentation practices
* Opportunity to apply LIS concepts in a professional setting
* Internship certificate and letter of recommendation (on successful completion)