About the role
The Quill Project focuses on the transcription and analysis of historical legislative records, aiming to provide a detailed and accessible digital representation of legislative processes. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the preservation and understanding of significant historical documents through digital means.
Key responsibilities
- Transcribing historical records related to the writing of India’s constitution in accordance with Quill's project-wide guidelines.
- Recording accurate metadata within the Quill platform as per established guidelines.
- Utilising the Quill platform to create digital timelines and link historical records to specific sessions.
Key details
Start date: As soon as practicable
Timescale: Six to eight weeks over the summer
Salary: £12.60 per hour (based on hours worked)
Conditions: Presentation of original documentation to establish your right to work in the UK
Reporting to: Annabel Harris, Digital Curator
Person specification
- Training in the use of research platforms.
- Familiarity with historical research, particularly in analysing government records in a political and legal context.
- Training in guidelines for recording metadata and producing transcriptions.
To Apply
Applicants should submit an up to date CV to the Academic HR Administrator (academichr@pmb.ox.ac.uk) by 9am BST on Monday, 28 July 2025
£13 per hour (based on hours worked)
