Undergraduate Internship - Humanities and Social Sciences Library

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

39d • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

The intern will (1) conduct a literature review on recreational reading, academic libraries, and wellness, (2) analyze how other academic libraries promote their recreational reading collections, (3) assist in the design and facilitation of student focus groups, including recruitment, data collection, and transcription. The intern will (4) synthesize findings into a professional research report with recommendations for future Library West programming and (5) present results to Library West staff.

Requirements

• Enrolled at UF, good academic standing.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Teams
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interest in original research (IRB training provided).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with library databases and literature searching.
• Familiarity with qualitative research methods such as focus groups.
• Enthusiasm for student engagement and creative outreach.
• Interest in reading, libraries, or student wellness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a literature review on recreational reading, academic libraries, and wellness
• Analyze how other academic libraries promote their recreational reading collections
• Assist in the design and facilitation of student focus groups, including recruitment, data collection, and transcription
• Synthesize findings into a professional research report with recommendations for future Library West programming
• Present results to Library West staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees