Indexer Intern, MLA International Bibliography

The Modern Language Association (MLA) seeks an intern for summer 2021 to assist with indexing, editing, and proofreading tasks related to production of the MLA International Bibliography, the premier database for research in world languages and literatures, linguistics, film, folklore, and writing studies.

Reporting principally to the editor of the MLA International Bibliography, the indexer intern will be trained to index scholarly publications in fields covered by the bibliography and to assist in maintaining records on periodical coverage. The indexer intern will also perform related work as needed and participate in conversations about indexing and metadata management.

Candidates should possess strong organizational, writing, and research skills and have reading knowledge of at least one language other than English. Particular attention will be paid to candidates who are enrolled in or have completed an advanced degree in languages, literature, the humanities, or library and information science.

The intern will work remotely with staff members and participate in regular video conferences, communicating with team members through e-mail, documents shared on Google Drive, and our online editorial system.