Library Assistant (Part time)
The Sherman Library
Part-time
On-site
Sherman, Connecticut, United States
$20.00-$23.00,Hourly
7 days ago
$2,000.00-$2,000.00,Yearly
Overview: The YIVO Library has nearly 400,000 volumes in all European languages and is the world’s only academic library specializing in the history, languages, literature, culture, folklore, and religious traditions of East European Jewry.  It has books in many languages, but also constitutes the largest collection of Yiddish-language books, pamphlets, and newspapers in the world.
Description: Reporting to the cataloging and metadata managers, the library intern assists in the organization and maintenance of the library's collection. This semester we will be engaging in a special project to inventory and catalog the oversize periodicals collection. Tasks may include:
Skills: Attention to detail, knowledge of and/or curiosity about special library collections, excellent verbal and written communication, able to juggle priorities, able to work independently on assigned tasks and work collaboratively with others, proficiency in Excel, and ability to read Hebrew and Yiddish. This position is ideal for an MLIS or archival studies student looking for special library or research library experience, particularly in technical services.
The internship is 133 hours of in-person work. Hours are flexible Monday-Thursday, 9-5pm, with consideration given to school requirements.
Compensation: $2,000
Please send a resume and cover letter to Emily Barth ([email protected]).
$2,000 one time stipend
Submit specified application materials to [email protected].
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