Imaging & Digitization Unpaid Internship - Spring 2027

Imaging & Digitization Internship

This is a non-merit, unpaid internship position. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

5th District, Department of Corrections has an Imaging & Digitization internship opportunity for Spring 2027. This role offers hands-on experience executing a critical scanning and digitization project, transforming physical files into secure, easily accessible digital assets.

Please note that these internship opportunities are unpaid.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare physical files for scanning by organizing documents, removing staples/clips, and repairing damaged pages.
• Operate high-volume commercial document scanners to create high-quality digital copies.
• Index, tag, and organize digital files in our document management system following established naming conventions.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure scanned images are legible, complete, and properly categorized.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive organizational and operational records.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and have completed at least two years of college by the start of the internship
• Must be currently enrolled at an accredited educational institution
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• High ethical standards and professional judgment
• Self-driven and accountable
• Flexible and open to change
• Strong attention to detail and high accuracy in repetitive task execution
• Basic proficiency with computers, digital file systems, and standard office software.
• Ability to handle physical documents safely and maintain an organized workspace.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision once trained.
• Prior experience with office equipment or data entry is a plus, but not required.

Internship Details

• Hours: Flexible based on student needs
• Location: Des Moines
• Start Date: January 2027
• Pay: Unpaid (professional experience and portfolio-building opportunities)

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit