Make an impact:
Salem Public Library is seeking two high school-aged interns (approximately 16-19 years of age by June 17, 2025) to work with our Youth Services team during the summer of 2025. This position will have the ability to work with diverse Library customers and staff. We value diverse voices and perspectives. Students who are Black, Latinx, indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, LGBTQ+, or anyone who identifies as someone who may contribute to fuller representation of historically marginalized groups are highly encouraged to apply.
Learn and grow:
This Library Internship provides unique learning opportunities for students to gain customer service experience in a library setting, learn organizational and data entering skills, and to develop overall job skills. The Salem Public Library has provided many Library Interns with career-building experience for future employers. Come learn all about the library and what it entails to work here! This is a perfect opportunity for students eager to learn and gain new skills.
Seasonal assignments are limited to last for 6 months from the date of hire.
What you will do:
Under the supervision of the Programming and Outreach Supervisor, the intern will learn about all aspects of library work at Salem Public Library, choose and carry out a connected learning project, assist with the library’s Summer Reading Challenge, be involved with special events and programs throughout the summer, and support the day-to-day activities in the library’s Youth Services area. Interns are expected to spend dedicated time writing, reflecting, and sharing about their experience.
No previous volunteer or paid work experience is necessary. Each applicant should list “Student” under work experience, using the description to share school-related skills, strengths, and accomplishments. Applicants with volunteer or paid work experience should also include that information in their applications. There is no need to attach a resume.
This is a 20 hour/week position for 10 weeks (a total of 200 hours). This position requires to work a varied schedule – including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. The hours per week can be adjusted if needed to accommodate other summer plans. Hourly pay is $16.02. The 200-hour internship is anticipated to start June 16, 2025, after the school year is completed.
Learn more about the Salem Public Library at: https://www.cityofsalem.net/community/library
What you will bring along:
- Comfortable interacting with children, teens, and adults from diverse backgrounds;
- You will bring the ability to work independently while effectively following guidance from a supervisor;
- Experience with additional software and application is helpful and should be mentioned (examples: video editing, graphic design, etc.);
- Candidates must be available to work a varied schedule that may include from Tuesday through Saturday.
What are the minimum qualifications?
- Must pass the pre-employment background check and drug test (including marijuana).
- This position is open only to Salem-area high school-aged students ages 16 and older by June 17, 2025 (this includes students entering their junior or senior year in the fall as well as 2025 high school graduates).
- Any volunteer or work experience in relevant position.
- Hiring managers DO NOT have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job advertisement.
Preferred Qualifications (Not required to apply):
- Bilingual/biliteracy skills in Spanish or other languages (please note on application) preferred.
- Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills
- Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to problem solve
- Solid technology skills are desired, including familiarity with Google and/or Microsoft word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation products.
Selection Plan (This timeline is tentative and could be subject to change as needed):
Recruitment will close April 21, 2025
Application review will be on April 22, 2025
Interviews will planned for May 09, 2025 – May 10, 2025
Anticipated Start Date: June 16, 2025 or June 30, 2025
About us:
Salem is the second largest city in Oregon and the capital city. Centrally located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is 49 square miles in size and extends across to counties, Marion and Polk. The community has well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings with wide diversity and a family-friendly ambiance. The city is home to nearly 180,000 residents. For a full community profile detailing demographics and housing statistics, visit the City of Salem website.
The City of Salem organization has eight primary departments: Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City of Salem employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members and works collaboratively with five labor unions.
Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Library Intern.
How can I apply?
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem/promotionaljobs
To apply, click on the green “Apply” button to complete your application. Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to include how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification in your application.
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