Portsmouth Public Library Internship

The City of Portsmouth has an opportunity for an individual to intern 15-20 hours a week, during the spring and/or summer of 2025, for the Portsmouth Public Library.  Hours are flexible and will be discussed during the interview.  Pay rate is $15.00 an hour.

The duration of this internship is approximately 6-8 weeks and will accommodate school schedule if needed. 

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t satisfy every single bullet on this list.  

Learn more about why our employees enjoy working with City of Portsmouth by watching this video: Working for the City of Portsmouth
 

NATURE OF WORK.
Summer intern will actively participate in processing the Henry Clay Barnabee collection.  This will entail building archival boxes to size as needed and rehousing these boxes with appropriate packaging and labeling. The intern will also have the opportunity to attend reference meetings and other library-wide meetings and participate in Project management discussions for future Barnabee collection projects.
 

SUPERVISION
Work is performed under the direction of the Reference Librarian and Library Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to, or extension of, the position.

1.Build archival boxes to size as needed and rehousing boxes with appropriate packaging and labeling.

2. Attend reference meetings and other library-wide meetings.

3. Participate in project management discussions for future Barnabee collection projects.

4. Update and expand aid.

5. Scanning materials and metadata into the Portsmouth Exhibits website. 

6. Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
An incumbent in this position consistently demonstrates a(n)...

1. Able to professionally compile data in a neat, organized way.

2. Strong organizational and communication skills.

3. Must be responsible and dependable on a daily basis.

4. Ability to communicate effectively with the general public, City staff, and government officials at all levels.
 

ENVIRONMENT, WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT
Works in library environments which are subject to uncomfortably warm or cool temperatures.   Continuous intellectual effort is required to maintain current knowledge of library resources, services and practices. The work requires lifting print and other materials, office equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds and being able to carry a reasonable quantity of materials from places where they are stored to places where they may be used. 

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Students currently enrolled in a library science, art, history, theater, music, humanities or related degree.  

(The above descriptions are illustrative.  They are intended as guides for personnel actions and are not complete itemizations of all facets of any job)

DISCLAIMER
The essential functions and duties described herein are normal for this position. They are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similarly related or a logical assignment to or extension of the position. Other duties may be required and assigned by the supervisor. The City of Portsmouth is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The City is committed to providing access to equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Director by phone 603-610-4478.

APPLICATION SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Finalist must complete pre-employment screening, drug testing, & background check.