Part-Time Teen Library Intern

Summer Teen Intern

The Newberg Public Library is pleased to be accepting applications for a summer teen intern. This paid position is made possible through the State Library of Oregon via the Ready to Read Grant. This internship provides the opportunity to learn the day-to-day operations of a public library, coordinate a summer volunteer program, and participate in programming and other library work. This 120-hour, $17 per hour internship opportunity runs from mid-May through mid-August, offers up to $2,040 for the summer, and is open to high school teens 16 .

The Ideal Candidate:

• Is open to new opportunities 
• Is hard-working and willing to ask questions 
• Understands the importance of community 
• Likes working with new people 
• Loves the public library and wants to learn more about it 

Duties for this job will include:

• Coordinating summer reading volunteer program: helping to check in volunteers for shifts, keeping summer reading logs stocked, answering questions, filling in occasional volunteer shifts, and helping library staff with Summer Reading projects 
• Helping library staff prepare for and deliver scheduled library programming 
• Assisting library patrons with questions and other customer-service duties 

Requirements:

• Must be able to work mid-May through mid-August 
• Must pass a criminal background check 
• Must be 16 or older by start date 

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Library computer system; personal computer, electronic reference resources; various types of audio/visual equipment, standard library and office equipment and a variety of communication devices. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the needs of qualified individuals with limitations who can perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely works in an office setting with a noise level rating of moderate with occasional loud outbursts.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 

Salary : $17