Preserve the Past. Build the Future.
2025 Hōʻili Hoʻoilina Training Program
Are you interested in learning more about archival work and records management? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in preserving the stories, voices, and materials that shape Molokaʻi’s legacy? If so, apply now for our Hōʻili Hoʻoilina 2025 Summer Training Program!
This paid internship is designed for participants ages 17 and up who are curious about archives, cultural preservation, and digital stewardship. Whether you're exploring a future in information science or simply want to give back to your community, this immersive training offers a meaningful way to connect with ʻāina, moʻokūʻauhau, and ʻike kūpuna.
Program Details
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Dates: May 1 – July 31, 2025
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Commitment: 320 total internship hours
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Eligibility: Open to individuals 17 years and older
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Compensation: Paid internship
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Location: Molokaʻi
What You’ll Learn
Participants will gain hands-on training in:
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Archival material handling & care
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Digitization techniques
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Metadata creation
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Audiovisual management
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Introduction to digital preservation
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Contributions to the Moaʻe Molokaʻi Digital Repository
No previous experience required—just a willingness to learn, collaborate, and mālama ʻike kūpuna.
Apply Today
Deadline to apply: April 25, 2025
Space is limited. Early applications encouraged.
Moaʻe Molokaʻi is committed to preserving and caring for Molokaʻi's rich history and culture by providing and maintaining a centralized and searchable digital repository for our island community. Our mission is to ensure that these materials are digitally preserved so that they may continue to enlighten, inspire, and educate Moloka'i's people.
HOW IT WORKS
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SEEKING ANSWERS?
Whether you are searching for answers about your heritage, researching for a project, or just interested in learning more about Moloka'i's rich culture & history you can enjoy this repository.
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You can use the search bar in the repository to look anything up--names, places, events & more! Feel free to use our resources page for more tips on how to use it!
USE THE REPOSITORY
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LEARN ABOUT MOLOKA'I
Explore, learn, & appreciate Moloka'i through a deeper understanding. Find interesting materials & make your own connections.
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If you enjoy the repository consider contributing to keep it alive! It wouldn't be possible without the community so please check out our contribution page to learn more!
CONTRIBUTE
CREATED AND CARED FOR BY
KAMAʻĀINA O MOLOKAʻI
ABOUT OUR TEAM
Moaʻe Molokaʻi is a product of Ka Ipu Makani Cultural Heritage Center and the Molokaʻi Library Services Cadre. Our project team consists of individuals with deep roots on Molokaʻi. As kamaʻāina, it is also our utmost priority to protect intellectual property rights and culturally sensitive information. As such, we ensure proper access and use policies, protocols, and procedures are in place to to safeguard the collections. To learn more about our project project parents click on the buttons below:
ʻAʻohe Hana nui ke alu ʻia
NO TASK IS TOO BIG IF WE WORK TOGETHER
Moaʻe Molokaʻi is a community owned resource and wouldn't be possible without your ongoing support. The cost to maintain the repository is $20,000 per year. Please consider contributing to help us keep this resource available.