Below is a list of current internship opportunities. If you are interested in having your internship listed here, please contact Dr. Buffy Edwards (buffy@ou.edu).
Internship placement is determined by each site’s supervisor and are first come first served. Please follow the instructions below to apply or inquire about each opportunity.
Location: 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, 73105
Job function:
Catalog incoming donations in the database for record keeping. This includes noting condition in reports, creating artifact descriptions and more.
Label artifacts once they’re in the database, including sewing labels, marking them with provided supplies, etc.
Assist with updating records for the public portal, including marking records as public, assist with updating photographs, and more.
Assist with researching artifacts and their provenance to ensure records are complete and accurate.
Assist with ensuring all documentation is gathered for the physical records, including any research that has been done while cataloging the artifact.
As needed, assist with various tasks within collections and registration, including assisting with inventories, database work, preparing and removing artifacts from exhibits, and more.
Minimum Requirements:
An interest in cataloging , creating records for museum artifacts, making labels, writing descriptions, etc. You will start and end the lifecycle of cataloging an artifact, including creating a record, photographing the artifact for the database, making a label for the artifact, and preparing it to move to collections storage.
Strong technological skills, including knowledge of how to use a computer and keyboard, be able to use a digital camera and upload pictures from it to the computer, and be able to upload photographs to the database from the computer or camera. You will also receive training on the database system and cataloging requirements, so you will need to be able to watch and listen to a recorded video and be able to type within a database.
Strong attention to detail, ability to stay organized, ability to communicate effectively.
Strong research skills
The ability to write clearly and legible.
Passionate about working with artifacts from Oklahoma history.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to meet the physical expectations of the position, including the ability to comprehend written and verbal communication, ability to evaluate artifacts and printed materials, as well as materials on a screen, the ability to sit for extended periods of time, and the ability to lift at least 20 lbs.
A willingness to learn
Preferred requirements:
A basic understanding of handling, labeling and caring for artifacts is preferred but not required.
A basic understanding of how to use a Collections Management Database is preferred but not required.
PLEASE NOTE: All positions, including volunteer and internships, are required to complete and pass a State of Oklahoma background check before working. Additionally, all collections internship hours must take place between 9 AM and 4:30 PM on weekdays.
If interested, please contact:
Jennifer Atwood (Jennifer.Atwood@history.ok.gov)
DIRECTOR OF MUSEUM COLLECTIONS
Oklahoma Historical Society
800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
405-522-3602
okhistory.org
Location: Tulsa County Courthouse, 500 S. Denver Ave., Tulsa, OK
Format: Hybrid (in-person + remote)
Term: Semester Internship (with potential continuation)
Overview
The Tulsa Domestic Violence Court is seeking a detail-oriented intern to help strengthen the security of its web-based case management system. The database supports felony and misdemeanor Domestic Violence Court operations and contains confidential court information used for judicial decision-making, compliance monitoring, and grant reporting.
The selected intern will help review the application for security vulnerabilities, verify that confidential information is protected, test user access controls, and assist with developing security standards for future database development. This internship offers practical experience at the intersection of cybersecurity, web development, information governance, and public service.
"Our OU interns have consistently exceeded expectations by taking on meaningful projects that directly improve court operations. This internship offers the opportunity to apply technical skills in a real-world environment while helping strengthen the security and integrity of a system that supports victim safety and offender accountability."
Responsibilities
The intern will assist with:
Reviewing the database interface to verify authentication and role-based access controls.
Testing whether protected pages, reports, and documents can be accessed without authorization.
Evaluating upload, download, add, edit, and delete functions for appropriate security.
Identifying potential vulnerabilities such as exposed files, weak session management, improper permissions, or error messages that reveal sensitive information.
Documenting findings, assessing risk, recommending improvements, and assisting with retesting after corrections are made.
Helping develop security review procedures and documentation for future development.
Learning Outcomes
Interns will gain practical experience with:
Web application security
Authentication and authorization controls
Secure database development
PHP and MySQL applications
Information governance and confidentiality
Security documentation and risk assessment
Court technology and public-sector information systems
Preferred Qualifications
Current undergraduate or graduate student in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Science, Management Information Systems, Database Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field.
Coursework or experience with web development, databases, PHP, MySQL, HTML, JavaScript, authentication, or secure coding is preferred but not required.
The ideal candidate is curious, detail-oriented, organized, trustworthy, and interested in applying technical skills to a meaningful public service project.
Benefits
Hands-on experience securing a live court information system.
Direct mentorship from court professionals.
Opportunity to contribute to a project with lasting community impact.
Excellent résumé experience for careers in cybersecurity, software development, database administration, or information security.
Application
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript to:
Katie Holt
Domestic Violence Court Coordinator
kholt@fsctulsa.org
Location: Tulsa County Courthouse, 500 S. Denver Ave., Tulsa, OK
Format: Hybrid (in-person + remote)
Term: Semester Internship (with potential continuation)
Overview
The Tulsa Domestic Violence Court is seeking a detail-oriented intern to help strengthen the security of its web-based case management system. The database supports felony and misdemeanor Domestic Violence Court operations and contains confidential court information used for judicial decision-making, compliance monitoring, and grant reporting.
The selected intern will help review the application for security vulnerabilities, verify that confidential information is protected, test user access controls, and assist with developing security standards for future database development. This internship offers practical experience at the intersection of cybersecurity, web development, information governance, and public service.
"Our OU interns have consistently exceeded expectations by taking on meaningful projects that directly improve court operations. This internship offers the opportunity to apply technical skills in a real-world environment while helping strengthen the security and integrity of a system that supports victim safety and offender accountability."
Responsibilities
The intern will assist with:
Reviewing the database interface to verify authentication and role-based access controls.
Testing whether protected pages, reports, and documents can be accessed without authorization.
Evaluating upload, download, add, edit, and delete functions for appropriate security.
Identifying potential vulnerabilities such as exposed files, weak session management, improper permissions, or error messages that reveal sensitive information.
Documenting findings, assessing risk, recommending improvements, and assisting with retesting after corrections are made.
Helping develop security review procedures and documentation for future development.
Learning Outcomes
Interns will gain practical experience with:
Web application security
Authentication and authorization controls
Secure database development
PHP and MySQL applications
Information governance and confidentiality
Security documentation and risk assessment
Court technology and public-sector information systems
Preferred Qualifications
Current undergraduate or graduate student in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Science, Management Information Systems, Database Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field.
Coursework or experience with web development, databases, PHP, MySQL, HTML, JavaScript, authentication, or secure coding is preferred but not required.
The ideal candidate is curious, detail-oriented, organized, trustworthy, and interested in applying technical skills to a meaningful public service project.
Benefits
Hands-on experience securing a live court information system.
Direct mentorship from court professionals.
Opportunity to contribute to a project with lasting community impact.
Excellent résumé experience for careers in cybersecurity, software development, database administration, or information security.
Application
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript to:
Katie Holt
Domestic Violence Court Coordinator
kholt@fsctulsa.org
General Description
The Library Services Intern for the Osage Nation Child Care and Development Services Department will be for administrative and implementation support due to increased reading awareness efforts. The Intern will assist the Resource Specialist with the Bookmobile and the Summer Reading Program; and will assist with the Literacy Program. This position is grant-funded for a maximum total of 300 hours.
Qualifications
Duties & Responsibilities
The estimated timeframe for the position will be 5/26/2026 to 7/31/2026, but these dates may change depending on the approval process. Additionally, the pay will be $22/hour for 300 hours.
Interested students can contact Jennifer Holding, the director of the Osage Nation Child Care and Development Services at jholdinh@osagenation-nsn.gov
Location: Tulsa County Courthouse, 500 S. Denver Ave., Tulsa, OK
Format: Hybrid (in-person + remote)
Term: Summer Internship (with potential continuation)
Overview
The Tulsa Domestic Violence Court is seeking an undergraduate intern to support development of a secure court data system used to track compliance in felony and misdemeanor domestic violence cases. This project directly supports court operations, judicial decision-making, and grant reporting that impacts victim safety and offender accountability.
The system is currently being transitioned from Microsoft Access to a multi-user SQL database with a web-based interface. The next phase focuses on expanding reporting tools, improving functionality, and preparing the system for full implementation in daily court operations.
This internship offers hands-on experience working at the intersection of technology, public service, and the justice system.
“Our experience hosting OU interns has been overwhelmingly positive. Students have contributed meaningful technical and analytical work that directly supports court operations and long-term system improvements. The partnership has expanded our capacity while giving students hands-on experience in applied data, public service, and real-world problem solving. They’re not just observing, they’re helping us do better work.”
— Katie Holt, Domestic Violence Court Coordinator
Responsibilities
Learning Outcomes
Interns will:
Preferred Qualifications
Basic coursework experience is acceptable. Please include an unofficial transcript.
Benefits
Application
Send resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript to:
kholt@fsctulsa.org
Location: Knocking Turtle Village and Venue
12571 Us HWY 77
Lexington, Ok 73051
Overview: Knocking Turtle Village and Venue is a small business in Lexington, OK, seeking a motivated LIS undergraduate student interested in the day-to-day management and operation of a small property management business. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to work in website design, a variety of social media platforms, data input and organization, brand design, local community association and other areas of property management to support interacting with the public.
Key Responsibilities
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this internship opportunity, please send an updated resume or CV with cover letter via email to:
The Comanche National Museum and Cultural Center (CNMCC) is seeking an intern to support projects that further its mission. The CNMCC provides communities with a deepened understanding and appreciation of Comanche history, culture, and fine art. Through exhibits, collections, preservation, and education, the Museum seeks to become a recognized resource for information about the Numunuu.
The unpaid CNMCC internship can be in-person, remote, or hybrid. Primary responsibilities may include:
Additional opportunities for interns may be to participate in planning and preparing exhibits, including research, layout design, reviewing panels and labels, how to properly display artwork and objects, lighting, and processing loans, if necessary.
For more information about the CNMCC, visit: https://www.comanchenation.com/culture/page/comanche-nation-museum-and-cultural-center
If you are interested in this internship opportunity, send an updated resume/CV in an email to:
Nikki Carlstrom Nikki.Carlstrom@comanchenation.com
The Wichita and Affiliated Tribes Tribal History Center (WTHC), in partnership with the Oklahoma Archeological Survey, seeks a part-time intern to support the digitization of the WTHC photo archive. Primary responsibilities include scanning photographic materials, developing and maintaining a digital catalog, and organizing physical photographs using archival-grade storage standards. The ideal candidate will have experience with photo archiving, metadata creation, and digital file management, as well as strong attention to detail.
Applicants must be current OU undergraduates and able to work 10 hours per week on a consistent schedule between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (excluding University breaks). This unpaid internship will begin in Spring 2026. Ideally, applicants who can commute to Anadarko, Oklahoma, to complete their internship hours are preferred; however, an alternative worksite on the OU Norman campus may be available if commuting is not feasible.
If you are interested in this internship opportunity, send an updated resume/CV in an email to: Robin Williams (robin.williams@wichitatribe.com) and Brandi Bethke (bbethke@ou.edu)
The Wichita and Affiliated Tribes Tribal History Center (WTHC), in partnership with the Oklahoma Archeological Survey, invites applications for a part-time graduate-level intern (MA or PhD) to support the development of a new Tribal library. This internship will play a key role in establishing the library’s foundational infrastructure and ensuring its long-term usability for Tribal citizens, researchers, and the broader community.
Primary responsibilities include researching and evaluating cataloging and library-management software; contacting vendors and suppliers; assisting in the design and layout of the library space; and helping develop organizational systems that align with professional library standards and community needs. The intern will also prepare promotional and informational materials to support the library’s launch. As time allows, the intern may be asked to collaborate with WTHC staff to develop community programming that integrates the library’s collections with the WTHC’s exhibitions and public outreach efforts. Program development may include designing workshops, educational materials, reading groups, or other culturally grounded initiatives that enhance community engagement.
Applicants must be current OU graduate students with strong organizational, research, and communication skills. Experience with library science, collections management, public history, or related fields is preferred. This unpaid internship will begin in Spring 2026, with specific work schedules to be determined in coordination with WTHC staff. This internship must be completed by July 2026. While some remote work is possible, the successful candidate will have to be able to commute to Anadarko, Oklahoma as needed.
If you are interested in this internship opportunity, send an updated resume/CV in an email to: Robin Williams (robin.williams@wichitatribe.com) and Brandi Bethke (bbethke@ou.edu)
The University of Tulsa McFarlin Special Collections and University Archives is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented MLIS student or student in a relevant program interested in special collections digitization work.
McFarlin Special Collections offers a variety of digitization services to provide access to rare and unique materials for researchers around the world. One of our current projects is digitizing rare print materials with our automatic book scanner, a Treventus ScanRobot® 2.0 MDS, and uploading these scans to HathiTrust for patrons around the world to access them in a digital format. Following scanning, the images need to be cropped, resized, and edited in accordance with departmental guidelines to ensure accessibility and long-term digital preservation efforts.
Students in this internship may also have the opportunity to scan materials for individual patron requests, utilizing our book and flatbed scanners and editing scans with Photoshop to meet different scan request requirements.
Primary duties include:
Handling rare books, manuscripts, and other materials according to industry standards and departmental guidelines.
Editing scans from our Treventus ScanRobot 2.0 MDS and utilizing accompanying image software to bring scans up to departmental quality guidelines.
Scanning materials for individual patron requests and utilizing Photoshop and other software to match different scan request requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
Internships are available for fall, spring, and summer terms. The University of Tulsa McFarlin Library Special Collections and University Archives is open Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Interns are expected to work 10-15 hours per week and preferably attend weekly staff meetings if able. Internship is unpaid.
If you are interested or have any additional questions, please reach out to: Melissa Kunz (Director of Special Collections and University Archives) at melissa-kunz@utulsa.edu
The University of Tulsa McFarlin Special Collections and University Archives is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented MLIS student interested in rare books and special collections cataloging.
Special Collections Cataloging is the description of rare books, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other formats in various languages according to current cataloging standards. Special collections catalogers are responsible for original cataloging, complex-copy cataloging, and classification. Working with older, rare items requires additional research and attention to detail. The goal of all cataloging is accessibility. Creating detailed, inclusive, and accurate records ensures that our materials are findable and accessible in our online catalog to those interested in utilizing our materials.
Students accepted for this position will develop proficiency in current special collections cataloging practices and standards, evaluating preservation issues, and using internal library systems and databases.
Primary duties include:
Handling rare books, manuscripts, and other materials according to industry standards and departmental guidelines.
Performing original and complex copy cataloging and classification of monographs using RDA, MARC21, LOC Classification, and a variety of controlled vocabularies.
These vocabularies include but are not limited to: Library of Congress Subject Headings and Genre/Form Terms, Getty’s Art and Architecture Thesaurus, Controlled Vocabulary for Rare Materials Cataloging, and Homosaurus.
Creating binding descriptions, conducting provenance research, and exploring manufacturers to create highly detailed, accurate, and accessible records for rare materials in accordance with current cataloging standards.
Working closely with the department’s preservation specialist and identifying print materials requiring preservation work.
Using OCLC’s Worldshare Management System (WMS) and Aeon to perform cataloging work and patron services.
Utilizing bibliographies and other reference materials in rare materials cataloging.
Learning about Collection Development Policy and assisting in evaluating materials for retention or deaccession.
Monitoring our secure reading room and following all department and security procedures.
Other duties as assigned
Internships are available for fall, spring, and summer terms. The University of Tulsa McFarlin Library Special Collections and University Archives is open Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Interns are expected to work 10-15 hours per week and preferably attend weekly staff meetings if able. Internship is unpaid.
If you are interested or have any additional questions, please reach out to: Brandis Malone (Special Collections Cataloging Librarian) at brandis-malone@utulsa.edu
The Sapulpa Public Library would be a great fit for any type of library student to intern at. Our library is a stand-alone library which would give an intern different area to work in, during their internship they would work at the circulation desk, work with our children’s and teen librarian, learn how to catalog materials and then process these books for the shelves. We have a genealogy department, a STEM studio, summer reading program, events throughout the year such as in October we have a STEAM Con convention featuring steampunk outfits, vendors, performers, etc. In November we have an Author Showcase that features 12 Oklahoma authors and publishers. The past interns have helped with our Summer Reading program, in which they would create, work, setup a program for the summer, they have done their own Storytime and craft, shadowed myself when I was the assistant director, and they can certainly shadow me as the director now. I believe our library can offer a full “librarian” experience to help students get a feel for which direction in their library career they would like to pursue. Melodie Reader-Jones is your student, and she is the Assistant Librarian here at the library.
Internships are available fall, spring, and summer terms. Sapulpa Public Library hours are Mon-Thurs from 9-7pm, Fridays from 9-5, and Saturdays from 10-2pm.
If you are interested, please forward a current resume and interest via email to:
Kristin Haddock, Library Director
khaddock@sapulpaok.gov
The Freedom Center Community Archive (FCCA) internship program offers training and authentic experience working in an archival setting. If you are a graduate student interested in learning more about how archives work, or are considering an archival or museum career, we encourage you to apply. FCCA is currently seeking talented individuals of all backgrounds—we value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities – to fill three internships (one paid and two unpaid).
If you have questions about the internship process, contact Dr. Edwards (buffy@ou.edu)
Internship Opportunity for Museums Studies Students
American Song Archives (ASA), located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is excited to announce an internship opportunity within the exhibitions department. An internship at ASA provides an opportunity for graduate students to gain professional skills in object handling, exhibition creation and preparation, and installation techniques. The work is performed in person under the supervision of experienced museums staff. Interns will participate in team meetings and events.
Duties may include:
Eligibility: Applications are open to current graduate students pursuing a program in museums studies or a related program in public history, library and information studies, or similar, with a strong interest in museum work.
Qualifications:
Work Schedule: The internship is conducted on site at the Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan Centers in Tulsa. Start and end dates of the internship are negotiable. The intern is expected to work between 10 to 20 hours per week during regular operating hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and to participate in team meetings and other scheduled activities.
Work Conditions: Climbing on step stools and ladders up to 8 feet tall; occasional exposure to dust; occasional lifting of heavy boxes weighing up to 40 lbs.
About American Song Archives (ASA): ASA manages the Bob Dylan Center and the Woody Guthrie Center in Tulsa, which are dedicated to preserving and promoting the life and work of these two influential figures. In addition to the namesake archives of Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan, ASA holds numerous archival collections devoted to prominent musicians, scholars, collectors, and others closely associated with the broader folk and popular music communities, including Oscar Brand, Ron Cohen, Cynthia Gooding, Harold Leventhal, Phil Ochs, Tom Paxton, and Michael Scully, among others.
Contact: Jaye McCaghren (museums/exhibits) at jmccaghren@americansongarchives.org
Internship Opportunity for MLIS/Archival Certificate Students
American Song Archives (ASA), located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is pleased to announce an internship opportunity within the archives department. An internship at ASA provides an opportunity for graduate students to gain professional skills in archival processing, to put archival theories and methods into practice, and to be embedded within a professional archives team with participation in team meetings and events. The work is performed in person under the supervision of experienced archivists and alongside other professionals in the field. Interns will gain experience with archival processes and standards, preservation strategies, and use of digital asset and collections management systems.
Duties May Include:
Eligibility: Applications are open to current graduate students pursuing a program in library and information studies with a concentration in archives; or a related program in public history, museum studies, or similar, with a strong interest in archival work.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Work Schedule: The internship is conducted on-site at the Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan Centers in Tulsa. Start and end dates of the internship are negotiable. The intern is expected to work between 10 to 20 hours per week during regular operating hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and to participate in team meetings and other scheduled activities.
Work Conditions: Regular computer use with frequent standing and sitting to process collections; climbing on step stools and ladders to reach boxes; occasional exposure to dust; occasional lifting of heavy boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.
About American Song Archives (ASA): ASA manages the Bob Dylan Center and the Woody Guthrie Center in Tulsa, which are dedicated to preserving and promoting the life and work of these two influential figures. In addition to the namesake archives of Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan, ASA holds numerous archival collections devoted to prominent musicians, scholars, collectors, and others closely associated with the broader folk and popular music communities, including Oscar Brand, Ron Cohen, Cynthia Gooding, Harold Leventhal, Phil Ochs, Tom Paxton, and Michael Scully, among others.
Contact: Stephanie Stewart (archives) at: sstewart@americansongarchives.org
