Teen Intern

Sno-Isle Libraries•Mill Creek, WA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Sno-Isle Libraries is hiring a teen intern at the Mill Creek Library to work 5-10 hours a week for 10 weeks throughout the summer. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in library services and community engagement. The library is committed to embedding equity into its organization and values the unique experiences staff members bring. On-the-job training will be provided.

Requirements

Energetic and enthusiastic about libraries.
Ability to work collaboratively with others and positively interact with customers.
Open to trying new things and creatively solving problems.
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
Must be able to arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
Ability to provide clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to receive and follow directions.
Ability to operate with a basic level of proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook & Word.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to uphold the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and the community.

Nice To Haves

An incoming junior or senior in high school, preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in various aspects of programming events (e.g., Summer Reading Program) including but not limited to planning, advertising, and implementation of programs as assigned.
Assist in setup and clean up/teardown of activities.
Greet customers and direct them to appropriate library staff as necessary.
Complete an assigned library project.
Shadow and assist other library staff.
Perform general library tasks, e.g., shelving books, keeping areas tidy, checking in books.
Provide support to library staff and assist with customers/group management.
Provide feedback and suggestions around teen services.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.