Communications Intern

Do you have a passion for libraries?

• **Are you interested in helping develop communication content about different types of libraries? **
• Are you excited by the idea of helping libraries tell their stories?

The Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) has a current opening for the Communications Intern. We are looking for an individual to help work on projects related to RAILS communication channels. Help us reach our member libraries and tell their story!

The Communication Intern will work on a variety of projects including writing, editing, curating, and creating content via the RAILS website, social media, and our e-newsletter. This is a six-month position, ending on June 30, 2025.  

Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS):

The RAILS Mission Statement is: We Connect Libraries. RAILS is a team of dedicated, creative, and driven colleagues who are committed to providing the best possible service to our over 1,250 libraries of all types across a 27,000 square mile area and to making RAILS the best library system in the country.

RAILS is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have, and this includes our staff. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent is a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and organizational achievement as well. It is important for RAILS to “model best practices in equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion” as stated in Goal Two of the current RAILS Strategic Plan.

Selected Responsibilities:

Education:

Currently pursuing or completed bachelor’s degree or equivalent in library science, English, communications, marketing, or a related degree.

Selected Knowledge/Experience:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Drupal to write, edit, and publish accessible library-related content
• Knowledge of the current issues and challenges facing libraries of all types (academic, public, school, and special) 
• Preferred: experience working in libraries
• Preferred: experience managing several simultaneous projects and achieving deadlines

Selected Skills/Abilities:

• Works or aspires to work in libraries
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Ability to write for various audiences
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Position will be based out of the RAILS Burr Ridge office
• Comfortable office working environment
• Ability to communicate in person and via phone, videoconferencing, and electronic mail

What RAILS offers:

• Competitive pay
• Work takes place in a typical office environment and/or remote work setting. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make individuals unique.

How to Apply

Please apply on the RAILS Job Board at: https://jobs.railslibraries.org

Application Contact

Human Resources Department

[email protected]

Apply To

Reaching Across Illinois Library System 125 Tower Dr Burr Ridge, IL 60527

http://railslibraries.org