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  • 14 Mar 2026 10:02 AM | Janet Olson (Administrator)

    Archive Intern/Apprentice, Allstate Insurance, Schaumburg

    Onsite; $22.00/hour

    Job Description

    Help us bridge the gap between Allstate’s 90-year history and the digital future. As our Archive Intern, you won't just be filing papers; you’ll be a digital preservationist and a brand storyteller. You’ll work directly with our Corporate Archivist to turn "old records" into engaging digital experiences.

    Note: Candidates must be actively enrolled in a 2year community college and or technical program during the full duration of the apprenticeship program

    What You’ll Actually Do (The Impact)

    • Curate the Vault: Get hands-on with 500+ linear feet of history—organizing and rehousing materials to ensure they’re preserved for the next century.
    • Digital Transformation: Help us build a future-proof plan for "born-digital" records and massive digitization projects.
    • Content Creation: Flex your writing skills by creating posts for our internal social platforms.
    • Lead a Virtual Tour: Own the development of a virtual archive tour and curate your very own online exhibit.

    What’s In It For You?

    • Portfolio Gold: Contribute to an online exhibit and virtual tour project to gain experience that can help demonstrate your experience to future employers.
    • 1:1 Mentorship: Direct access to a professional archivist—no getting lost in the corporate machine.
    • Tech Stack: Get trained on Proficio (industry-standard CMS) and learn modern digital preservation protocols.

    Who You Are

    • The Student: Currently enrolled in History, Library Science, Museum Studies, or a similar vibe.
    • The Detail Maven: You find satisfaction in organizing and have a "get it done" mindset.
    • The Tech-Savvy Historian: You’re comfortable with Excel and ready to master new database software quickly.
    • The Independent Worker: You enjoy a mix of collaborative brainstorming and deep, focused solo work.

    Bonus Points

    • You’ve worked in a library or museum before.
    • You’re passionate about how organizations tell their stories.

    For more information and to apply:

    https://allstate.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/allstate_careers/job/USA---IL-Remote/Archive-Apprentice_R27299

    Deadline to apply: April 30, 2026

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