Summer Internship, Music Library

Job description

Position Overview The Wilson Music Library offers on site summer internships for individuals interested in music librarianship, with a particular focus on academic library environments. The internship provides a structured introduction to music library operations and services, paired with a culminating project that allows interns to apply and demonstrate the skills they develop over the course of the program. Interns gain practical, hands-on experience working directly with music materials, library systems, and public services. The music library primarily serves faculty and students of the Blair School of Music, including precollege students, while also supporting members of the broader university community with interests in music. Library staff work collaboratively as a close-knit team, jointly planning and delivering services and making collection development decisions. This team-based environment offers interns valuable insight into professional collaboration and decision making within an academic music library. Objectives: 1. Develop Competence in Music-Specific Reference & Research 2. Acquire Skills in Music Collection Management 3. Practice Technical Services in a Music Conte...