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Internship Job Description Form

POSITION TITLE

2021 Reference Intern

HOURS/ PAY

Duration: 13 weeks

DEPARTMENT

Books & Library Services

LOCATION

104 S. Monroe or Remote from Home

SUPERVISOR

Paul Grasmehr & Leah Cohen

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

Computer

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY STATEMENT: Under the guidance of a mentor, the Reference Intern would be trained to respond to general reference inquiries on military history of a broad scope, as well as on military genealogy. Intern would also help in running the Reference Desk.

INTENDED PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT: This intern will help to ensure timely response to reference inquiries, conduct research on special projects as they arise, and ensure desk coverage.

ESSENTIAL POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

· Excellent oral and written communications skills with emphasis on clear writing of historical matters for lay person audience

· Computer orientation skills

· Attention to detail

· Ability to work in teams and independently

· Research skills to include reading large amounts of material and identifying key points

· Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

· Accurate data entry

· Circulation in OCLC WMS

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES

· Assist guests to the Museum & Library with their reference inquiries

· Respond to reference inquiries received by email and phone as assigned by mentor.

· Perform circulation for members as needed.

· Other staff research special projects supporting programming as needed

START DATE: To Be Determined

Position Description Form Written By: Paul W. Grasmehr