Spring Intern - Chesapeake Libraries - Librarian

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Spring Intern - Chesapeake Libraries - Librarian Job Type Seasonal/Substitute Posting Type Intern Number of Vacancies 1 Department CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM Division LIBRARIES ADMIN Requisition Number 2026481 Number of hours worked per week Up to 30 hours per week Work Schedule

Flexible - To Be Determined

Includes day, evening, and weekend hours

May also include after-hours special programming

Spring 2027 Internship runs from January 11- April 23

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA [298 Cedar Rd.; 23322 -Various Library Locations] Position Driving Requirement N - Never Pay Grade N/A Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

$17.50 per hour.

Job Description

The City of Chesapeake is accepting applications for a Spring 2027 Internship (Monday, January 11 - Friday, April 23, 2027) with the Chesapeake Libraries. The primary location will be held at the Central Library, but will assist at various library locations. The internship will provide valuable experience in the following areas:

Key Tasks

• Compile materials and co-lead instructions for new employee orientation for new hires and volunteers
• Creating monthly themed end cap displays or rotating display tables
• Creating flyers and displays for program and library display marketing needs
• Maintain and monitor volunteer inbox support and meet-and-greets
• Serve on the Staff Day planning team supporting event logistics, scheduling, and evaluation.
• Support event prep, logistics, and A/V needs for our Staff Day.
• Assist the Circulation Unit with workroom duties and tasks and Shelf Cleaning, Maintenance, & Reading.
• Assist the Outreach Service Unit library staff with library outreach programs
• Support the Admin Team with outreach events, community programs, training courses, and library events, including event prep, day-of support, and event breakdown.
• Attend various library group meetings and work with various library unit leads.
• Create a training presentation on a library-themed topic to be presented to library staff at our Staff Day

Key Results Sought

1. Customer Service/Engagement Skills

2. Critical Thinking

3. Communication/Interpersonal Skills

4. Organization Skills

Key Skills Required

1. Organization of shelves and books

2. Teamwork to work in small/large teams

3. Creativity in arranging book displays

4. Attentive to patron needs

5. Computer tech skills

6. Office suite skills (MS Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, & Word)

7. Event and program experience (Attendance size up to 200 guests)

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

• Must be enrolled in an American Library Association accredited master's degree program in Library Science.
• Must be a college student in good academic standing, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation).

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 10/16/2026 Job Close Date 10/26/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

The internship may run from Monday, January 11 to Friday, April 23, 2027, depending on the student's curriculum. The student may work a maximum of 360 hours.

Varied hours:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Example schedules may include the following shifts, but may vary depending on the activities:

• Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday (4 days a week):
• 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. / 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. / 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
• Weekends as needed based on event/program needs.
• Required Staff Day event prep date - 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Tuesday, March 10, 2026
• Required Staff Day full event date 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for :

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work-site supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor efficiently.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship work site.

An in-basket exercise will be administered to candidates who are selected for an interview.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls N = Never Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Automated Material Handling (AMH) equipment, Automatic book drop, ITC Release Printing, copier, scanner, computer, self-checkout stations, cash register, debit/credit card machine, telephone, fax machine, mobile devices (eReaders, tablets), Lendit kiosk, HoldIt locker, Pay station Elite, Mobile Edition Vehicles and related equipment/mechanics, calculator, barcode reader, stepstools, and a variety of library materials.

Protective Equipment Required

Seat belt restrains required in vehicles.

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Chemical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases D = Daily Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration S = Seasonally Fumes and Odors S = Seasonally Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

no

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a college student in good academic standing, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation)?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you currently enrolled in a master's level Library Science Degree program in a school accredited by the American Library Association or have already obtained your MLIS degree?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Portfolio