Library - Collections and Technical Services Intern
Job Summary
The Library Collections & Technical Services Intern will collaborate alongside a librarian for one semester to work on a special project. Projects may include cataloging and metadata enhancement, digital preservation initiatives, physical collection assessment and management, database and website maintenance, open access initiatives, resource sharing projects, and more. Ideally the project will align with the student’s academic major and the specialties of the librarian assigned to the project. This position is defined as a non-exempt position under FLSA regulations.
Specific Responsibilities
- Collaboration
- Work well with the public, university and library administration, faculty, staff, students, and fellow student workers
- Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
- Innovation
- Applies skills from their academic major to the project at hand
- Provides insights from their area of expertise to the project
- Undertake any library tasks or responsibilities assigned by library supervisors
- Able to work independently on some tasks
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Ability to work with a diverse range of library materials, including books, journals, and media.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Proficient in time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
- Capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage time efficiently.
Learning Objectives
- Time Management
- Attendance and Punctuality
- Dependability
- Project Management
- Leadership skills
- Ethical Behavior
Education
First Year, Sophomore, Junior, Senior. All Majors.
Experience
No experience required.
Location
On SU Campus
Additional Requirements
- This position is paid $10 per hour, with an estimate of 5 hours weekly.
- Must meet the prerequisites for an internship in student’s major
- Must have the ability and willingness to learn library systems and technology
- Must be able to work independently and prioritize tasks
Physical Demand
- Position requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
- Position requires the ability to move about the campus.
- Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction.
- Position requires occasional manual dexterity and the ability to use fingers, hands, and arms to feel, handle, and reach.
- Position requires occasional stooping, crouching, and bending.
- Position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
- Working conditions are indoors.