Mentoring and shadowing are great ways to learn about librarianship and network. Pick a local chapter of an association focused on your area of interest to find a local librarian or archivist who is willing to show you the ropes of their library/institution, and make professional contacts.
GPLLA, the Philadelphia chapter of the American Association of Law Librarians (AALL) offers a mentoring program. Check their Mentoring page here (http://gplla.org/w/about/mentor-program/) to fill out a form and be paired with an experienced librarian.
Drexel University Special Libraries Association Job and Internship Board
Friday, April 26, 2013
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Gloeckner Fellowship
*unfortunately the deadline for this fellowship has past, but you may want to keep this opportunity in mind for next year.
Fellowship Information and Background
Fellowship Information and Background
The M. Louise
Carpenter Gloeckner, M.D. Summer Research Fellowship is offered
annually
by the Drexel University College of Medicine Archives and
Special Collections on Women in Medicine. A $4,000 stipend is awarded to
one applicant for research
completed in residence at the Archives and Special Collections.
The term
of the fellowship is no less than four to six weeks to begin on
or after
June 1. The deadline for applications is March 1, annually. A
short essay summarizing research findings is required upon completion of
the fellowship. This essay may be published in a University
publication or online via the Archives website.
This fellowship
was established in memory of M. Louise Carpenter Gloeckner, M.D. by her
husband Frederick Gloeckner in recognition of her key leadership role
in the medical profession. This is a competitive annual fellowship open
to scholars, students and general researchers.
In addition
to materials related to the history of the Woman's Medical College/Medical
College of Pennsylvania, the collections have particular strengths in
the history of women in medicine, nursing, medical missionaries, the American
Medical Women's Association, American Women's Hospital Service, and other
women in medicine organizations. The majority of the collections fall
within the period 1850 to the present.
Click here to learn more: http://archives.drexelmed.edu/fellowship.php
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Articles: How to get experience
Want to get work experience, but are already working full or part-time somewhere else while going to school?
I Need A Library Job has 2 article with a few ideas:
Here's an article on how to get work experience from home.
Click here to read the article: http://inalj.com/?p=9793
Here's an article on how to get experience if you can take time off from work.
Click here to read the article: http://inalj.com/?p=2194
I Need A Library Job has 2 article with a few ideas:
Here's an article on how to get work experience from home.
Click here to read the article: http://inalj.com/?p=9793
Here's an article on how to get experience if you can take time off from work.
Click here to read the article: http://inalj.com/?p=2194
Monday, January 28, 2013
Library of Congress internships and fellowships
Select the "library science" option under category to view fellowship and internship options available through the LOC.
Click below to view page:
http://www.loc.gov/hr/employment/index.php?action=cMain.showFellowships
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Friday, December 28, 2012
Independence Seaport Museum
Contact them for volunteer opportunities in the J. Welles Henderson Archives & Library
Click here to view home page: http://www.phillyseaport.org/Default.aspx
Click here to view volunteer opportunities: http://www.phillyseaport.org/volunteer
Click here to view home page: http://www.phillyseaport.org/Default.aspx
Click here to view volunteer opportunities: http://www.phillyseaport.org/volunteer
Chester County Historical Society
Library intern
West Chester, PA
Contact: Diane Rofini, 610-692-4800 x226, drofini@chestercohistorical.org
Tasks to be completed:
Interns may process a small collection and write a guide to that collection. Processing a collection involves many aspects of research and analysis by the student; they will be working with primary source material. Students will have to figure out how the documents relate to each other and what story they tell. They will end up using many of our resources to do this. Collections often can be chosen based upon the historical time period or a particular interest of the students.
Skills required:
Attention to detail is a must! History majors and those who are thinking about archives/library careers preferred.
Skills developed/products produced:
Beside the library/archive overall experience, the collection guide will eventually get put on the Historical Society website, thus the intern will have a “publication” to list on his/her resume
Timing:
Tuesday through Friday during the day is the best time, though there may be some flexibility after the internship commences.
View repositories website: http://www.chestercohistorical.org/index.php
View opportunities page: http://www.chestercohistorical.org/hiringandinternships.php
West Chester, PA
Contact: Diane Rofini, 610-692-4800 x226, drofini@chestercohistorical.org
Tasks to be completed:
Interns may process a small collection and write a guide to that collection. Processing a collection involves many aspects of research and analysis by the student; they will be working with primary source material. Students will have to figure out how the documents relate to each other and what story they tell. They will end up using many of our resources to do this. Collections often can be chosen based upon the historical time period or a particular interest of the students.
Skills required:
Attention to detail is a must! History majors and those who are thinking about archives/library careers preferred.
Skills developed/products produced:
Beside the library/archive overall experience, the collection guide will eventually get put on the Historical Society website, thus the intern will have a “publication” to list on his/her resume
Timing:
Tuesday through Friday during the day is the best time, though there may be some flexibility after the internship commences.
View repositories website: http://www.chestercohistorical.org/index.php
View opportunities page: http://www.chestercohistorical.org/hiringandinternships.php
Thursday, November 15, 2012
TechSoup Global's Internship program
Internship Program Description
TechSoup Global's Internship program offers a great opportunity for interested students to obtain valuable on-the-job exposure to areas of our business that support our mission, goals and objectives in social networking.
The purpose of the program is to provide qualifying students with opportunities to learn and experience elements of the non-profit and social networking communities. Individuals who participate in our program will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions to our organization.
The Internship program runs year round with new sessions beginning every four months.
All TechSoup Global Internships are unpaid.
Internship Program Dates (Individual start and end dates may vary)
All interns must be enrolled in a college class or program as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate student; should have an overall grade point average of 2.5 (C+ or better); and must receive academic credit for the internship. We will only select students who can earn course credit at the college level (no exceptions).
Once a college student has been accepted for the internship, the individual must provide "Proof of Credit" or a signed verification form from a counselor, major department head, or professor before beginning the TechSoup Global Internship program. An internship form may be requested from TechSoup Global if the college does not provide a “Proof of Cred” or a signed verification form and returned to the HR department at TechSoup Global to be kept on file.
To apply, unless otherwise stated, please send your resume and cover letter to:
Internships@TechSoupGlobal.org
TechSoup Global is located at 435 Brannan Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, 94107 - by the Giants Ball Park - and at 525 Brannan Street
Click here to view internship page: http://www.techsoupglobal.org/jobs/internships
TechSoup Global's Internship program offers a great opportunity for interested students to obtain valuable on-the-job exposure to areas of our business that support our mission, goals and objectives in social networking.
The purpose of the program is to provide qualifying students with opportunities to learn and experience elements of the non-profit and social networking communities. Individuals who participate in our program will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions to our organization.
The Internship program runs year round with new sessions beginning every four months.
All TechSoup Global Internships are unpaid.
Internship Program Dates (Individual start and end dates may vary)
- Fall Term: September - January
- Spring Term: January - May
- Summer Term: June - September
- 15 to 25 hours per week are recommended.
- Most schedules are flexible.
- TechSoup Global tries to parallel both quarter and semester systems.
- Please apply 1-2 months before the term begins.
All interns must be enrolled in a college class or program as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate student; should have an overall grade point average of 2.5 (C+ or better); and must receive academic credit for the internship. We will only select students who can earn course credit at the college level (no exceptions).
Once a college student has been accepted for the internship, the individual must provide "Proof of Credit" or a signed verification form from a counselor, major department head, or professor before beginning the TechSoup Global Internship program. An internship form may be requested from TechSoup Global if the college does not provide a “Proof of Cred” or a signed verification form and returned to the HR department at TechSoup Global to be kept on file.
To apply, unless otherwise stated, please send your resume and cover letter to:
Internships@TechSoupGlobal.org
TechSoup Global is located at 435 Brannan Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, 94107 - by the Giants Ball Park - and at 525 Brannan Street
Click here to view internship page: http://www.techsoupglobal.org/jobs/internships
Saturday, November 3, 2012
American Association of Law Libraries
Homepage: http://www.aallnet.org/default.aspx
Career center: http://careers.aallnet.org/jobs
Philadelphia chapter job board: http://gplla.org/w/jobs/
Monday, October 29, 2012
The Institute of Certified Records Managers
This website has information on becoming a certified Records Manager and posts jobs for people with Bachelors degrees and above.
Click here to view the main page- http://www.icrm.org/
Click here to view job postings- http://www.icrm.org/career-opportunities/
Click here to view the main page- http://www.icrm.org/
Click here to view job postings- http://www.icrm.org/career-opportunities/
Friday, October 19, 2012
Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
A job board for careers in creative environments in Philadelphia.
http://www.philaculture.org/jobbank
http://www.philaculture.org/jobbank
TRAK Companies- Recruiters
For over three decades, TRAK Companies has been providing recruiting and
staffing solutions to the country’s most high-powered and influential
organizations. TRAK Records and Library offers experienced personnel in
the information management arena across the United States.
Home page: http://www.trakcompanies.com/
Career opportunities page: www.trakcompanies.com/Opportunities/SearchForm.asp
Home page: http://www.trakcompanies.com/
Career opportunities page: www.trakcompanies.com/Opportunities/SearchForm.asp
iSchool Practicum Applications are NOW Open for WINTER Term
The iSchool offers a Practicum that
provides the opportunity to gain credit for work experience along with
associated academic coursework. This online course enables a student to
use his or her current job or obtain a job/internship in their field of
study to earn 3 free elective credits. Students are responsible for
obtaining their practicum jobs. The course requires 120 hours of work
over the 10-week quarter along with online class participation and is
offered every quarter.
DEADLINE to apply is Monday, December 31, 2012
Click here for additional information and to see the form:
*Don't forget to check the internship page as well as the websites listed in Resources.*
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Barnes Foundation
School year or summertime, the Barnes is a great place to enhance your education. Internship opportunities are available on a rolling basis in a variety of professional areas throughout the year.
They have opportunities in Archives, Libraries, and Special Collections.
Here is the home page: http://www.barnesfoundation.org/
Here is the link for the career, internship, and volunteer page: http://www.barnesfoundation.org/about/careers-volunteering/
They have opportunities in Archives, Libraries, and Special Collections.
Here is the home page: http://www.barnesfoundation.org/
Here is the link for the career, internship, and volunteer page: http://www.barnesfoundation.org/about/careers-volunteering/
The Academy of Natural Sciences
Internships for the library will be considered upon request. Click on the link for "internships" to find the contact person.
http://www.ansp.org/about/jobs-and-opportunities/internships/
Home page can be found here: www.ansp.org
http://www.ansp.org/about/jobs-and-opportunities/internships/
Home page can be found here: www.ansp.org
Sunday, September 2, 2012
APRA- Partners in Fundraising
APRA- Partners in Fundraising-http://www.aprahome.org/
If you are interested in using research skills to look for fundraising resources for companies you may consider one of the research positions on APRA's job board. The positions require Bachelor's degrees, experience with research databases, and some require IT experience.
Click here to view job board: http://www.aprahome.org/p/cm/ld/fid=179
If you are interested in using research skills to look for fundraising resources for companies you may consider one of the research positions on APRA's job board. The positions require Bachelor's degrees, experience with research databases, and some require IT experience.
Click here to view job board: http://www.aprahome.org/p/cm/ld/fid=179
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Keywords for a job search
From INALJ.COM: Keywords for Job Searching
This is a list of terms we use and suggest for searching for jobs in and related to library work.
- Librarian
- Library
- Information Professional
- Taxonomist
- Taxonomy
- Database
- Database Designer
- KM
- Knowledge Management
- User Interface Designer
- Community Manager
- Knowledge Architect
- Data Management Analyst
- Information Architect
- Social Media
- Social Marketer
- Intelligence Analyst
- Open Source
- Trainer
- Teacher
- Technology Trainer
- Technology Futurist
- Database Designer
- Metadata
- Knowledge Coordinator
- Indexing
- Indexer
- Digital Content Curator
- Transactional Law Researcher
- Content Strategy
- User Experience Design (UXD)
- Project Analyst
- Information Resource Officer
- Certified Records manager
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