Libraries Intern in Research & Instruction

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Applicants should submit a current resume and a brief statement describing their interest in pursuing a career in libraries or a related field.

Applicants should also indicate if they have worked in any Oberlin College library before, and, if so, which one, as well as their expected semester and year of graduation.

Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Announcement Information

Job Summary

Are you interested in a possible career in libraries? Consider applying to become one of two Oberlin College Libraries interns for the spring semester and gain experience alongside librarians in the Research & Instruction team at Terrell Library.

This semester-long, paid internship will provide a broad overview of academic librarianship.

This position is for the Spring 2027 semester (February 1-May 7, 2027) for current Oberlin students. 6-8 hours per week for 15 weeks during weekdays are required. Some evenings are possible on Monday-Thursday.

Responsibilities

The internship begins with an introductory week on library history and values. Interns will then complete two-week rotations on topics like providing reference and research help, collection development, Open Access publishing, teaching and information literacy in libraries, outreach and programming, and user experience (UX). Interns will complete small projects throughout the internship to gain hands-on experience with skills and concepts and complete a final, independent project related to their interests in one of the above areas.

Throughout the internship, students will meet weekly with their internship coordinator, discuss readings and other materials with librarians (1 hour), provide 4 hours of reference service weekly at the research help desk, and have independent time for readings and project-based work (1-3 hours).

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at Oberlin College as a current student
• Interest in library and information science careers, or in related fields.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Able to communicate effectively in both written and oral form
• Willingness to do a variety of tasks and learn a wide range of skills

The Libraries follow Oberlin’s policies regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility regarding hiring and employment

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Have you worked in any Oberlin College library before? If so, which one?

  (Open Ended Question)

• What is your expected semester and year of graduation?

  (Open Ended Question)

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