Librarian Trainee
Children's & Teen Room Librarian Trainee
1 Library Road
Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
Posted September 24, 2009
Job Description
Help children, teens, and their parents with reference and reader's
advisory in brand new small Village Library serving well-educated
population. Develop a project that fulfills a need within the
Library. Learn the use of Symphony/SIRSI for circ and tech
services.
Qualifications
6-12 credits, preferably with basiic reference, children/teen lit,
and reader's advisory with career path to public or school librarianship
Paid
Yes
Salary
$15-$18
App Due
October 15, 2009
Duration
Fall/Spring 2009/10
Preferred Submission Method: Email
Reference Intern
Southeast Steuben County Library
300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Suite 101
Corning, NY 14830
Posted May 15, 2009
Job Description
We are looking for a college student with strong research skills to
assist us in answering patron questions via the reference desk. You
will obtain reference experience along with experience in related
library field tasks.
As a Reference Intern, your responsibilities will include:
Staffing the reference desk
Answering directional and informational queries from patrons
Assisting patrons with using the public computers
Maintaining a productively quiet environment in the reference department
Using the library computer catalog to assist patrons in finding library materials
Explaining library resources and services to patrons
Other possible tasks based on experience and aptitude may include:
Creating thematic displays
Creating and instituting a program to obtain book reviews from staff and/or patrons for display
Creating a library blog
Teaching a class/workshop or overseeing a public program
Weeding
Qualifications
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong communication skills
Some knowledge of customer service skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word
Experience in searching databases and the Internet
Salary
Non-paid internship
App Due
Continuing basis
Duration
Subject to program requirement
Submit-To
Michelle Budney, Adult Services Director
Southeast Steuben County Library
300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Suite 101
Corning, New York 14830
Preferred Submission Method: Mail
Local History Assistant
Mt. Vernon Public Library
28 South First Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Posted May 12, 2009
Job Description
The intern will assist with processing the material and moving it to
its new location on an upper floor of the library. Tasks may include
assisting in the organization of the material through creation of a
records survey and inventory, assisting with arrangement of materials
into coherent collections, and preservation through rehousing in
archival quality storage. The intern may also assist in photocopying
portions of the highly acidic newspaper and clippings collection.
Qualifications
Coursework in basic archival theory and preservation.
Ability to handle fragile original documents with care.
Ability to work and cooperate as part of a team.
Ability to lift heavy boxes.
Salary
Non-paid internship
App Due
ASAP
Duration
N/A
Submit-To
Shirley Garrett
(914) 668-1840 x 239
Opal Brown Lindsay
Director, Mount Vernon Public Library
(914) 668-1018 ext. 222
Preferred Submission Method: Email
Web Content/Research Intern
ANA (Association of National Advertisers
708 Third Avenue (44th Street)
New York, NY 10017
Posted May 12, 2009
Job Description
Were looking for an MLS (or related field) candidate to assist us with carrying out daily tasks and supporting web based projects that allow us to provide members with the best possible service. You will obtain broad-based experience in a variety of areas related to information science, while reporting to the Web Content Specialist.
Qualifications
As Web Content/Research Intern, your responsibilities will include:
Assisting the Web Content Specialist with day-to-day content updates and audits.
Assist in the creation of a searchable online database.
Assist in the development of a FAQ page designed for website visitors.
Assist with the deaccessioning of print resources.
Assist department staff by providing background research on information requests.
Assist with other projects as needed.
Write new content as necessary.
Requirements
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong communication skills and the ability to work alone and collaboratively
Proficient at Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Knowledge of HTML language
Experience conducting research using online databases such as Nexis, as well as print resources including vertical files and standard print reference tools
Salary
Non-paid internship
App Due
July 5, 2009
Preferred Submission Method: Email
