- Location:
- 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo, HI 96720
- Website:
- https://www.librarieshawaii.org/branch/hilo-public-library/
Internship Description
The intern will assist and shadow the supervising librarian with reference duties and work with the librarian on selection and weeding of materials. The intern will also learn basic circulation and collection maintenance practices.
- Library Basics & Maintenance (i.e. shelving, item inspection, training, etc.)
- Collection Development
- Outreach/Implementation
Library/Collection Description
Hilo Public Library serves as the regional branch for the Island of Hawai’i. Our library is the largest on the island and opened on January 20, 1951. The Naha, one of two historic stones located in front of the library, is believed to be what King Kamehameha lifted to affirm the prophecy that he would united the Hawaiian Islands.
Required Qualifications
LIS 601 Introduction to Reference & Information Services
Desired Qualifications
Ability to work with diverse patrons
Effective communication
Basic knowledge of library services
Ability to adapt to changing situations in the work environment
Weekly Schedule
The weekly schedule must fall within the operating hours of Hilo Public Library:
Tuesday 11am-7pm
Wednesday 11am-7pm
Thursday 9am-4pm
Friday 11am-4pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
Regular hours are expected.
Goals and Outcomes
This is a unique opportunity to learn important aspects of professional librarianship in a large public library. The focus will be on reference and collection management skills applied in hands-on situations. The intern will learn more about the types of materials available and populations served in a large regional branch.
Evaluation Methods
Periodic formal and informal evaluations and discussions. Students must also prepare a mid-term progress report, a final written report, and an evaluation of the supervising librarian.
Evaluation Schedule
The supervising librarian will complete the LIS 690 evaluation form at the end of the semester.
Contact Information
- Supervisor:
- Justin Rajkowski
- E-mail:
- justin.rajkowski@librarieshawaii.org
- Telephone:
- (808) 933-8890