Part-time Library Intern

Overview

This part-time internship provides research and information support for a client engagement. The role is designed for a currently enrolled or recently graduated student from an MLS/MLIS, Law, or Juris Doctor program who is interested in learning about the field of legal research and information services.

The intern will receive onboarding and training prior to assignment to a client. Continued support will be provided throughout the internship, including weekly meetings to check in and identify any areas where additional guidance is needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, background factual investigations, and technology research in support of attorney requests, internal projects, and client service initiatives
• Evaluate proprietary, government, and openly accessible information sources for alignment with existing client collections and research projects
• Draft research and content guides to support the discovery of information relevant to the client’s practice teams and department staff
• Curate and edit current awareness tools and email newsletters
• Participate in remote meetings with the team and other client staff and attorneys
• Use Microsoft enterprise technology effectively to support and enhance current client department workflows

Requirements

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated student from an MLS/MLIS, Law, or Juris Doctor program interested in learning about the field of legal research and information services
• Able to complete a 17-week internship starting on 2nd of September
• Work 15 hours/week between the hours of 9 am and 7 pm
• Have permanent US work authorization

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in MLS/MLIS, Law, or Juris Doctor
• Part of a Law Librarianship program
• Interest in legal research and information services
• Strong proficiency in the MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Compensation & Benefits

Paid internship.

Location

Remote internship.

The internship will last 15–17 weeks with an option to renew as mutually agreed upon by the intern and the employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law.