Library Intern

Description

The Bremen Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, community-minded college student to join our team as a Library Intern. 

This unique position offers the opportunity to work with the public alongside a team of experienced library staff.  As an intern you will serve patrons as they use library resources; support our various programs; and hone skills needed for the job market.

Responsibilities

• Support the Adult and Children’s Departments with patron services, circulation procedures, and materials handling
• Provide program support, which may include assisting with a patron group activity; creating flyers, crafts, or materials; Logging/tracking patron data for library statistics
• Lead a unique project that reflects your education and career goals
• Participate in community events, such as the Firefighter’s Festival and Parade
• Work approximately 15 hours per week in a paid position

Qualifications

• A passion for serving others in a public setting
• Effective professional written and verbal communication, including in-person conversations, phone calls, and agency emails
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement daily job details and activities
• Familiarity with computers and capability to learn new software/systems
• Flexible schedule including working days, nights, and Saturdays

Learning Objectives

• Better understand the complex role of a public library in a small community
• Complete a unique project the increases the library's impact and aligns with student's course of study

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