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What are library internships?

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 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 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 cities in Virginia are hiring for Library Internships jobs? Cities in Virginia with the most Library Internships job openings:
Infographic showing various Library Internships job openings in Virginia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 67% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.
Applicant Pool-Library Specialist

Applicant Pool-Library Specialist

Chesapeake Public Schools

Chesapeake, VA • On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Chesapeake Public Schools rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

321st of 545 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
LIBRARY SPECIALIST
Department: Multiple
Pay Grade: TCH
FLSA Status: Exempt
Required Documentation (please provide as profile attachments):
  • Valid Library/Media Specialist license
  • Signed copy of your most recent summative evaluation or internship evaluation (if recent or current graduate)

If you do not currently hold a current license, please attach the testing scores.
  • PRAXIS II Subject Area passing scores
  • Unofficial transcripts

GENERAL PURPOSE
This position performs difficult professional work providing teaching and/or training services to students in general instruction or in a specialized subject or assigned group of subjects. The position also works to motivate students to develop skill in assigned subject matters. Work is performed under regular supervision. Limited supervision may be exercised over assigned paraprofessionals.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Performs difficult professional work instructing students in library skills, operating an elementary, middle or high school library and serving as a resource for instructional personnel and students; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision. Supervision is exercised over assigned personnel.
  • Planning, overseeing, supervising and operating an elementary, middle or secondary school library; providing instruction to students in library skills; serving as library and media resource person; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.
  • Manages and administers overall school library program;
  • Provides instructional services to students; oversees and operates library equipment and technological services;
  • Assists teachers with their curriculum involving use of the media center and their curriculum; instructs and helps teachers in use of various information formats available; works with teachers to implement a media skills program;
  • Helps students check out and return media center materials; helps students select materials to complete research assignments and locate materials; conducts orientation sessions for students regarding media center; trains students on use of media center equipment;
  • Conducts media orientation sessions for new teachers and student teachers;
  • Sets up media equipment; troubleshoots and makes minor repairs to equipment;
  • Orders film and materials and special equipment from ERC and keeps appropriate records;
  • participates in curriculum planning; plans, implements and evaluates integrated media center/classroom lessons; Selects, purchases, processes and catalogues media center materials; administers library budget;
  • Maintains logs, schedules and calendars of media center use;
  • Prepares book displays and bulletin boards; posts announcements and media center rules and regulations; publicizes services of media center; recommends media materials;
  • Updates card catalogue system; takes annual inventory of books, audio/visual material and equipment;
  • Prepares and files required reports;
  • Teaches library and research skills to elementary students; reads to elementary students;
  • Shelves returned books; maintains library in neat condition and conducive to a learning environment;
  • Sends overdue notices to students; trains media clerks and other library staff;
  • Performs related tasks as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor's degree in an acceptable field.
  • Possession of or ability to acquire appropriate license(s), certificate(s), and/or endorsement(s) for position as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of professional library/media principals, materials and practices
  • Knowledge of the operation of a variety of media equipment
  • Knowledge of prescribed school system policies and procedures
  • Ability to evaluate library programs and services and to develop improved methods
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
  • This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects, and some light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
  • Work requires stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards. Some teaching specialties (i.e. music, art, physical education, etc.) may require hearing, vision, physical coordination and/or exertion and effort in excess of those listed above.

Application Procedure:
Your application will remain active for one calendar year in which you apply. You may edit your profile by logging back into the online application system. Include any changes in address or telephone number.

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