Library Intern

Americas Test Kitchen • Boston, MA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

America's Test Kitchen is seeking two Library Interns, one for the six-month internship starting in July 2026 and one for the six-month internship starting in January 2027. This paid, part-time internship is a 6 to 10 hour/week position and an opportunity to gain experience in all facets of small special library management. (Please note that the 6 to 10 hours includes one day in-person in our Boston, Massachusetts, office and some remote work between the hours of 9 to 5 Monday through Friday.) This is a rewarding opportunity to work as the sole librarian in a special collection. You will gain hands-on experience with the organization and management of a library, work with a wonderful (and growing) culinary collection of over 5,000 books plus magazines and newspapers, including rare materials, and make a positive contribution to a fascinating organization. The successful candidate will have instructional experience; strong, positive communication and interpersonal skills; the ability and willingness to handle multiple responsibilities in a changing environment; and be conversant with various library trends, web development, and culinary trends.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of effective reference techniques
• Knowledge of collection development
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Instructional expertise
• Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with web design, Google Workspace, database searching, and software specific to libraries (TinyCat/LibraryThing)
• Flexibility in schedule
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds and to climb on step stool to reach top shelves
• BA/BS or equivalent
• Currently enrolled in a Library Science program
• Completion of LIS 407, 415, and 488 (or relevant experience)

Responsibilities

• Process (catalog, enter into database, shelve) new items
• Provide in-person and virtual reference services (locate cookbooks, recipes, cultural and historical background on various dishes, food science resources, etc.)
• Maintain library website and catalogs
• Preserve and manage rare book collection
• Design and conduct trainings on technology, library resources, and research methods
• Identify and acquire new items for the collection
• Manage company newspaper and magazine subscriptions
• Shelf-read and weed collection as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern