FamilySearch Data Quality Intern (Full-Time)

Company Overview JOB DESCRIPTION FamilySearch.org is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing genealogical records worldwide. Our mission is to connect families across generations by making historical records accessible to everyone. We operate the world's largest online genealogy database and collaborate with various vendors to digitize historical documents for genealogical research.PurposeAs a Data Quality Intern at FamilySearch, you will play a vital role in upholding the integrity and accuracy of genealogical records produced by our vendor partners. Your responsibilities will include carefully reviewing and auditing data, delivering essential feedback to vendors, and ensuring that all indexed records meet our rigorous standards of excellence.This position is ideal for individuals who combine a passion for family history with a sharp eye for detail and a strong commitment to data accuracy. If you're excited about making a real difference in people's lives, come join us at FamilySearch as a Data Quality Specialist. Together, we’ll help people all over the world discover, gather, and connect their family.Responsibilities Data Auditing Review genealogical records submitted by vendor partners to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with FamilySearch guidelines. Feedback & Reporting Maintain thorough records of audit activities, including identified issues. Deliver timely feedback to vendors via project managers, addressing performance issues and recommending improvements to enhance data quality. Cross-Team Collaboration Coordinate with project managers, database administrators, and other internal teams to ensure smooth communication, efficient data handling, and alignment on project goals. Qualifications Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word. Self-motivated with excellent time management skills and the ability to work independently. Strong knowledge of genealogy and family history research methods; practical experience preferred. Ability to work with records in unfamiliar languages by identifying key terms and patterns, comparing images within collections, and utilizing translation tools such as Google Translate and other language resources. Language skills and corresponding regional naming conventions are a plus – specifically related, but not limited to Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Latin, Swedish, French, Cyrillic (Russian/Ukrainian), or Thai. Paid Interns are qualified while enrolled in an educational institution and for one year following graduation. They must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter.About UsChurch employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.