Hourly Graduate Intern - Children's Services Department
Iowa City, IA
Internship
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Hourly Graduate Intern
Children's Services Department
Application deadline: Open until filled.
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online.
One hourly part-time position available.
Wage: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: Academic Year- up to 15 hours.
Summer- up to 40 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends.
Job Summary
Under supervision, assists patrons at the Children's Room Desk with reference questions, reader's
advisory and general customer service. Assists in planning and performing various children's programs,
including story times, helping children access and navigate digital resources, summer reading, festivals,
and outreach services. Helps keep Children's Room and work area organized. Creates book displays
and reading lists. Works on departmental projects as assigned. Works some nights and serves in
weekend rotations.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrollment as a graduate student in Library and Information Science required. Must pass criminal
background check.
The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please
visit the PSLF website for more information: studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-
cancellation/public-service#qualifying-repayment-plans
It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and
potential City employees.
Children's Services Department
Application deadline: Open until filled.
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online.
One hourly part-time position available.
Wage: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: Academic Year- up to 15 hours.
Summer- up to 40 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends.
Job Summary
Under supervision, assists patrons at the Children's Room Desk with reference questions, reader's
advisory and general customer service. Assists in planning and performing various children's programs,
including story times, helping children access and navigate digital resources, summer reading, festivals,
and outreach services. Helps keep Children's Room and work area organized. Creates book displays
and reading lists. Works on departmental projects as assigned. Works some nights and serves in
weekend rotations.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrollment as a graduate student in Library and Information Science required. Must pass criminal
background check.
The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please
visit the PSLF website for more information: studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-
cancellation/public-service#qualifying-repayment-plans
It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and
potential City employees.
Skills
Government Administration