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Library Engagement Paid Internship - Spring Semester 2023

WMU Libraries is seeking a graduate student actively enrolled in an ALA-accredited MLIS program to join the Western Michigan University Libraries Engagement team in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This is a paid in-person internship for 150-200 hours over 14 weeks primarily during evening hours. Pay is $20/hour. Under the supervision of the Engagement Librarian, the intern will gain professional experience in an academic library with an emphasis on engagement and outreach, collaborate with library colleagues and campus partners, engage with the campus community, and develop programming that fulfills the University’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. The internship can be coordinated with a practicum. Final work schedule will accommodate academic commitments. Position is open until filled. Virtual interviews will be scheduled immediately. Anticipated start date is January 9, 2023.

Application materials to be submitted electronically to Professor Kate Langan, Engagement Librarian by December 16, 2022. https://wmich.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3V0Gx0wBpvSiot0

Orientation and Training

University Libraries provides a robust orientation and training program that not only introduces the intern to a specialty area with our large academic library system but also exposes them to the full array of operations in all library departments. Supervisors will make every effort to help the intern make meaningful connections between their library work and their MLIS/MLS/MSI course studies.

Supervisors will actively work with interns to find opportunities to participate in campus or online workshops, webinars, professional development activities, and research projects.

Final Project Portfolio

All interns will be encouraged to document their accomplishments throughout their time with University Libraries, including collecting tangible work products and evidence of meaningful library experience. Supervisors will work with the intern to describe their experience on a CV and in any paperwork required for their MLIS/MLS/MSI program. Our goal is for our interns to be well prepared to move to the next level in their careers.

Engagement Internship Responsibilities Include:

150-200 scheduled hours on Western Michigan University's main campus in Kalamazoo, MI during the spring 2023 semester primarily during evening and some day and weekend hours.

Library Engagement Programming Planning and Support: Assist in event logistical support by staffing public facing events, assisting campus community, event set up and breakdown, and coordinating supplies. Work with online project management platforms such as Springshare LibApps and Campus Labs.
Library Assessment Support: Work with online assessment and scheduling platforms such as ACRL Project Outcome.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an ALA-accredited MLIS program
Able to work 150-200 hours over 14 weeks, ideally between January 9- April 28.  
Available during evening hours. 
Seeking professional academic library experience with public-facing responsibilities, such as instruction, program development, planning and assessment.
Commitment to DEI initiatives.   
Able to work independently and collaboratively. 
Strong organizational and communication skills.

Compensation

$20/hour
Parking permit

Application materials to be submitted electronically to Professor Kate Langan, Engagement Librarian by December 16, 2022. https://wmich.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3V0Gx0wBpvSiot0

Cover letter that addresses how this internship furthers your academic or professional goals.
C.V. or Resume.
Transcript
Spring course schedule
Name and contact information for either a professional library reference or an academic reference from your MLIS program.

Questions? Contact Professor Kate Langan, Engagement Librarian, WMU Libraries, kathleen.langan@wmich.edu or (269)387-5823 To learn more about WMU Libraries Programs, visit WMU Libraries Events Calendar: https://wmich.edu/library/events