Illuminating the work of African photographers in The National Archives' collections
Student placement seeking to illuminate the work of African photographers in The National Archives' visual collections.
Collections Research placements
Gain experience in collections-based research at The National Archives, where student placements support projects uncovering new perspectives on Britain's history and its global connections. Explore our unique opportunities to develop your research skills.
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Parks and Recreation: a creative and embodied response to researching the history of the promotion of responsible access to the countryside
Explore the history, evolution and significance of the Country Code, while getting creative in your response.
Discovering Inclusive Histories in the Archives of Parliament, c. 1800-2000
Discover hidden histories, original narratives, and undertake research into the newly acquired Parliamentary Archives.
From Report to Reform: 70 Years of Wolfenden and 60 Years of the Sexual Offences Act
Promote access to the newly transferred ‘Private Act’ of Parliament records relating to naturalisation, property, and divorces.
Transatlantic slavery and the archive: research and curation placement
A curatorial opportunity working with histories of transatlantic slavery at The National Archives.
Enslaved histories in the archive: research and interpretation for The Wake memorial
A unique opportunity to carry out and interpret archival research into enslaved histories that will have a meaningful public legacy.