Library Intern

, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs

Job Title: Library Intern

Mission Statement: Washington Free Public library believes in the freedom to read and learn, and the freedom to compare and express ideas. WFPL strives to provide educational, cultural and social enrichment for all residents of the city of Washington and surrounding areas.

Job Description: The Library Intern is under the supervision of the Director and/or the Library Assistant on duty during working hours. The intern performs various duties as assigned for the operation of the library and assisting where needed. No previous training or special knowledge of library procedures is required.

Potential Job Duties:

• Scan library documents and organize physical and digital files

• Upload pertinent library files into the library’s website

• Create displays for “browsing” book collections

• Check shelves for correct arrangement of books (referred to as “shelf reading”)

• Perform related work as required

• Assist with programs, including room setup, craft preparation, crowd control, and clean-up

• Assist with library bulletin boards

• Perform other duties as designated by librarians in assigned work area

• Will develop a working knowledge about the organization and care of library materials, library services, and programs

Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to sort and file alphabetically and numerically

• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions

• Ability to perform light physical tasks

• Positive attitude towards public service work

• Self motivated

• Knowledge of and experience with computers and computer software

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of library records

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 16 years of age or older

• Must be able to stand for extensive periods of time during the work day

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs

How to Apply:

Apply through the Workplace Learning Connection Student Internship program.

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.

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