Intern CSD-CSIS 2601-014

Corporate Services Division (CSD)

Institutional Services Division (CSIS)

• Internship Topic
  
  

Evaluation of Audiovisual Archives collection of ADB

• Summary of Job Description
  
  

The intern will

• Assess and analyze the current conditions of the ADB Archives Multimedia Collection.
• Research on best practices and international standards, and identify gaps, redundancies, and opportunities for improvement in the management of the ADB Archives Multimedia Collection.
• Explore applicable technologies for conversion and storage of digital multimedia.
• Carry out any other tasks related to the project as assigned.
• Period of Assignment
  
  

Duration: 11 weeks

Timing: June 2026 onwards

• Location
  
  

ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines

• Expected Outcomes
• Assessment report and recommendations on the management and preservation activities of the Archives Multimedia Collection
• Propose guidelines and templates (e.g., condition report form, inventory and acquisition form, etc.)
• Internship final report and presentation summarizing overall activities conducted during the internship
• Education Requirements
  
  

Currently enrolled in a masters degree or PhD program in Art and Museum Studies, History, Archival Science, Information Science, Film Studies, Audiovisual preservation, or a related field at an institution in an ADB member country.

• Relevant Experience and Other Requirements
• Experience in research (e.g., in galleries, libraries, archives, museums, etc.)
• Experience with archival inventory, categorization, or digital conversion projects is highly desirable
• Strong drafting and communication skills in English
• Interest in photography and audiovisual media
• Prior internship or work experience in international organizations or cultural institutions is desirable
• Preferably with 2-3 years relevant professional experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
  
  
  

Primary Location: Asian Development Bank Headquarters-Philippines-Manila

Department: Corporate Services Department

Division: Institutional Services Division

Staff Category: Internship

Position Level: Intern

Job Posting: 17-Feb-2026, 7:34:50 AM

16-Mar-2026, 8:59:00 PM

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