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How much do summer student library jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer student library in Kansas is $18.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $21.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a summer student library assistant do?

A Summer Student Library worker assists with various tasks in a library during the summer months, often as part of a temporary or internship position. Duties typically include shelving books, helping patrons find materials, assisting with library programs and events, and performing basic clerical work. This role provides students with hands-on experience in a library setting and helps them develop organizational and customer service skills. It's a great opportunity for students interested in libraries, education, or community service.

What types of projects or tasks can a summer student library assistant expect to work on during their placement?

As a Summer Student Library assistant, you can expect to be involved in a variety of tasks, such as assisting patrons with locating materials, shelving books, helping organize summer reading programs, and supporting library staff with event preparation. You may also assist with updating records, processing new materials, or creating displays to engage visitors. This role often involves collaborating with both librarians and other student assistants, providing a well-rounded introduction to library operations and teamwork.

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

To thrive as a Summer Student Library Assistant, you generally need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of library systems, often supported by enrollment in high school or college. Familiarity with library catalog software, circulation systems, and basic computer applications is typically required. Excellent communication, customer service, and teamwork skills help you assist patrons and collaborate with library staff. These abilities ensure efficient library operations, positive patron experiences, and a productive learning environment.

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Student Library Assistant for Africana and Global Studies

University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS • On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago

New

University Of Kansas rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

129th of 622 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Student Library Assistant for Africana and Global Studies

Assist the librarian for Africana and International studies to build, evaluate, and assess assigned collections through review and selection of materials related to Africana Studies (including Africa and the African Diaspora), with additional responsibilities for Francophone and Global & International Studies, including materials in African languages (e.g., Arabic, Kiswahili, Wolof, Yorùbá, etc.), English, French, Portuguese, Italian, German, and other languages as needed. The ideal candidate will have a basic familiarity with KU Libraries collections and services and online content management systems.

50% - Update African Studies, Global and International Studies LibGuides. 40% - Work on Gift Books. 10% - Other duties.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to work independently, as evidenced by application materials.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of French, Italian or any African language, as evidenced by application materials.
  • Demonstrated ability to use library resources (e.g., library online catalog and other electronic databases), as evidenced by application materials.
  • Strong communication skills, as evidenced by application materials.
  • Previous experience with data entry, as evidenced by application materials.

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR. This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Additional Candidate Instruction

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

  • Cover letter addressing how the required and preferred qualifications are met
  • Resume
  • Contact information for three (3) references

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application deadline is Wednesday, 8/26/2026, by 11:59PM Central Standard Time.

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