Internship (Public Services & Community Engagement)
Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District, Skokie, IL, United States
Skokie Public Library and Dominican University SOIS
2026-2027 Internship Program
Looking to gain hands‑on library experience before you graduate?
Eligibility:
Current Dominican University SOIS student
Timeframe:
September 2026 through April 2027
Schedule:
10-15 hours/week (flexible schedule TBD with library mentor)
Compensation:
$19.88/hour
Tuition credit/waivers for Fall Practicum (LIS 799) and Spring Independent Study (LIS 801)
Structure:
Several students will experience the program as a cohort.
Each student will be paired with a mentor from the library.
Regular reflection meetings will be held with mentors and faculty advisors.
Focus Areas:
Public Services (Two positions available)
– Programming, advisory, experiential learning, and information services, with options to focus on youth, teens, or adults.
Community Engagement (One position available)
– Outreach and partnerships with options to focus on youth or adults.
To apply, send your resume and cover letter (must indicate your preferred focus area) by Friday, April 17, 2026, to Human Resources at
jobs@skokielibrary.info .
We look forward to hearing from you!
Skokie Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
How to Apply Apply To
Location Skokie Public Library , Cook County
Hours 10-15 hours/week (flexible schedule TBD with library mentor)
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2026-2027 Internship Program
Looking to gain hands‑on library experience before you graduate?
Eligibility:
Current Dominican University SOIS student
Timeframe:
September 2026 through April 2027
Schedule:
10-15 hours/week (flexible schedule TBD with library mentor)
Compensation:
$19.88/hour
Tuition credit/waivers for Fall Practicum (LIS 799) and Spring Independent Study (LIS 801)
Structure:
Several students will experience the program as a cohort.
Each student will be paired with a mentor from the library.
Regular reflection meetings will be held with mentors and faculty advisors.
Focus Areas:
Public Services (Two positions available)
– Programming, advisory, experiential learning, and information services, with options to focus on youth, teens, or adults.
Community Engagement (One position available)
– Outreach and partnerships with options to focus on youth or adults.
To apply, send your resume and cover letter (must indicate your preferred focus area) by Friday, April 17, 2026, to Human Resources at
jobs@skokielibrary.info .
We look forward to hearing from you!
Skokie Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
How to Apply Apply To
Location Skokie Public Library , Cook County
Hours 10-15 hours/week (flexible schedule TBD with library mentor)
#J-18808-Ljbffr