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What is a library internship?

Library internships are temporary, practical work experiences offered by libraries to students or recent graduates interested in library and information science. These internships provide hands-on training in various library operations, such as cataloging, reference services, digital archiving, and community programming. Interns gain valuable skills, professional development, and insight into library careers, which can enhance their future job prospects in the field.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a library internship?

As a library intern, you can expect to engage in a variety of tasks that support daily library operations and programming. Common assignments include assisting patrons with research or locating materials, cataloging new resources, preparing displays, supporting community events, and updating digital records. Interns often have the opportunity to collaborate with librarians on special projects, such as organizing educational workshops or developing outreach materials. This hands-on experience helps you gain exposure to different aspects of librarianship while building practical skills relevant to future roles in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a library intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Library Intern, you need a basic understanding of library organization, strong research abilities, and often enrollment in or completion of coursework in library science or a related field. Familiarity with library management systems, cataloging software, and digital databases is typically important. Attention to detail, customer service orientation, and effective communication help interns excel in assisting patrons and supporting library operations. These skills and qualities ensure that interns contribute efficiently to library services and gain valuable experience for future library roles.

What do library internships do?

Library internships involve assisting with daily library operations, such as organizing materials, helping patrons locate resources, and supporting library programs. Interns often gain experience with cataloging systems, customer service, and library management tools during their internship period.

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Photo Management Intern - Fall 2026

New York Aquarium

New York, NY • On-site

$330 - $600/wk

Internship

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Job description

Position: Photo Management Intern - Fall 2026

Location: Bronx Zoo

Department: Library & Archives

Duration: Fall 2026; 10-12 weeks, approx. 8-12 hours per week

Stipend:  $330-$600 total stipend to be paid as one lump sum upon the successful completion of the internship less applicable taxes. 

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by August 20, 2026. The position may be filled before the deadline. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. 

 

The Opportunity:

This is an excellent internship opportunity for someone interested in exploring the field of archives and digital asset management. The intern will gain exposure to the daily activities as well as the long-term goals of an institutional library and archives. The intern will learn best practices in the management of photos, both current and historical, in the WCS Library and Archives. The intern will learn how to perform new ingesting and keywording workflows to improve access to current photos in WCS's digital asset management system and record information about historical photos according to archival standards. The intern may also learn to digitize historical photos in order to improve their accessibility and preservation (as time permits).

 

Learning Outcomes 

  • Intern will learn foundations of digital asset management for photos
  • Intern will learn standards for describing photos, including historical photos
  • Intern will learn about working in a library and archives setting
  • Intern may also learn best practices for digitizing historical photos (as time permits)

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