INTERNSHIP GRANTS

21 Century Librarian, 2014

Nebraska Library Commission

Nebraska Library Association

Institute of Museum and Library Services

Introduction

Deadline for applications: 4:59 p.m., Central Time, February 18, 2014

Award date: March 17, 2014 Award amount: $500 - $1,000 Eligibility: Accredited public libraries Website: http://

nowhiringatyourlibrary.nebraska.gov/Internships.asp

Goals & outcomes

Involvement in real library work Introduction to varied and exciting work Recruitment tool Enlightened view, understanding of

behind-the-scenes operations, insights into the role of technology in libraries

Financial assistance to expand a program or complete a project; bring in fresh ideas

About the program

Grant awards are stipends One or more interns Introduction to the world of library work Orientation to basic duties Special projects Partnering with other libraries Evaluation

In 2013…

21 grants to 18 libraries Total amount: $20,250 ($500 - $1,000

each) 10 located in rural Nebraska

Specific projects

Manage, conduct, or assist with summer reading programming

Juvenile and young adult collection development Solicit donations for summer reading program Organize and implement a youth book

discussion group

It is such a bonus to have an intern to be able to stretch our staff to create new projects and learn new skills. The addition of short films on our website increased our visibility online and added an entertainment factor to our website. Patrons, of course, enjoyed seeing their kids featured in a film.

Technology skills to the forefront Complete videos of summer reading activities as a

promotional tool Create an instructional video on Overdrive use,

added to the website Prepare pictures for banner rotation on the website Start a library Facebook page Web page design Update policies on the website Review of other library websites to implement new

ideas Create public relations materials on the computer

Intern & supervisor feedbackThroughout the summer, I produced promotional videos about the summer reading program. By doing this, I learned how to use cameras, video cameras, and Windows Live Movie Maker in much greater detail.

Our intern was assigned the project of producing and completing 8 videos of summer reading program activities. This is the first time our library has produced and used videos as a promotional tool. Our intern quickly learned to use the equipment and software to make movies and at the end of the internship she instructed other staff members in the software.

Impact on interns

I learned about the broad variety of goals that librarians are tasked with achieving.

There is a lot more work than most people realize. Not only does one have to be knowledgeable in books and authors but one also has to be knowledgeable in science, math, and business.

I haven't decided what I would like to do for a career in the future, but after this summer I would definitely consider being a librarian.

I learned that librarians need to have very extensive knowledge regarding the operations of computers and their programs.

Promotion

Beatrice Daily Sun; July 12, 2013

Promotion

Facebook Page photo of internand library staff; July 25, 2013

Eligibility & expectations

Accredited Nebraska public libraries may apply. The applicant may partner with other types of libraries to provide a variety of work settings. In addition to meeting the eligibility requirement, the applicant must: Submit the application online Complete the internship on or before September 30, 2014 Assign a supervisor who will:

Direct student to complete Intern Baseline and Post-Internship Assessments and submit completed forms in a timely manner

Track student’s hours and activities Complete and submit Supervisor Post-Internship Assessment

in a timely manner. Credit the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the

Nebraska Library Commission, and the Nebraska Library Association in all publicity about the project.

The application

Background: Reason for

participation Underlying need or

opportunity

Effect: Anticipated

benefits to student, library, community

Schedule of activities: Projects and

activities Student’s role General

orientation plan Timeline

Application review

Preference will be given to proposals that include: a schedule of activities, an orientation to all library service

functions, and commitment to meeting grant

expectations.

Encouraged: Partnership projects First-time applicants

Kathryn BrockmeierGrant Program Managerkathryn.brockmeier@nebraska.gov402-471-4002; 800-307-2665 (NE only)

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