Summer Institute Library Intern Job at Framingham Public Schools in Framingham
Framingham Public Schools, Framingham, MA, United States
Position Summary
Summer Institute Library Intern provides essential support to the Framingham High School (FHS) Library staff in collections management and technical services. The intern assists in the day‑to‑day operations of the library, including material processing, archival preservation, and inventory control to ensure a high‑quality, accessible resource environment for the Summer Institute programs.
Our Mission
Framingham Public Schools (FPS) is committed to excellence for all students and to creating a workforce that reflects our community’s rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity. Guided by our mission to empower free‑thinking, responsible citizens, we value inclusion, equity, and cultural responsiveness in all we do.
About Framingham
Framingham, Massachusetts, is a vibrant and diverse suburban community located 20 miles west of Boston, serving as a major hub in the MetroWest area. It blends urban convenience with the comfort of New England neighborhoods, is home to Framingham State University, and offers abundant outdoor opportunities such as Cushing Memorial Park and Callahan State Park.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Not Applicable.
Training and Experience
Framingham Public Schools seeks candidates whose background, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of education.
Educational Requirement: Candidates must be current high school students.
Professional Experience: Previous experience working in a library or office setting is preferred.
Language Proficiency: Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is strongly preferred.
Skills and Ability
Communication & Presentation: Communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms; effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, parents, and the general public.
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving: Read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to inform decisions for student success.
Relationship Building & Cultural Proficiency: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, caregivers, staff, and the community, working with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds in an equitable and culturally proficient manner.
Professionalism, Attendance & Adaptability: Maintain regular and punctual attendance; react professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations while maintaining a proactive, reflective, and solution‑focused approach.
Organizational Management: Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously while maintaining strong organizational skills.
Compliance & Confidentiality: Perform duties with awareness of district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies; maintain appropriate confidential records in accordance with FERPA and relevant regulations.
Instructional Leadership: Apply knowledge of current research and theory in education; demonstrate strong teaching, coaching, and leadership skills in a team setting.
Technology: Operate and acquire skills in computer software, including Google Workspace, and use instructional technology appropriately to facilitate learning.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Execute daily circulation tasks, including accurate shelving, shelf‑reading for order, and performing routine inventory audits.
Assist with the end‑to‑end processing of new materials and perform basic book repairs to ensure collection longevity.
Support librarians with introductory cataloging tasks and database management to ensure materials are discoverable.
Assist in the handling, organization, and preservation of archival materials according to institutional standards.
Maintain an organized and welcoming library environment through supply management, space tidying, and the creation of engaging thematic displays.
Other Reasonable Duties as Assigned by the Program Director
As directed by the Program Director, the intern may be assigned other related duties to support library operations.
Physical Working Conditions
Mobility & Navigation: Must move frequently throughout school buildings and grounds.
Stationary Tasks: Often remains in a stationary position for administrative tasks such as reporting and data entry.
Technology & Data: Read and input digital and printed data using office productivity machinery.
Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and arms to operate technology and handle instructional or administrative tools.
Physical Strength: Ability to lift at least 20 lbs (e.g., books, supplies).
Sensory Requirements: Must see and hear continuously to ensure student safety.
Working Environment: Operate in a school setting with moderate‑to‑high noise levels; maintain focus amid frequent interruptions.
Crisis Management: Engage with and redirect students who exhibit challenging or aggressive behaviors.
Physical Stamina: Maintain physical strength and agility to manage active behavioral interventions and supervise during periods of emotional dysregulation.
Interaction Level: Frequently sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to interact with early childhood students at their eye level.
Physical Lifting: Ability to lift and/or move at least 40 lbs (e.g., moving play equipment).
Hygiene & Safety: Direct responsibility for safety and well‑being, including potential exposure to bodily fluids or pathogens associated with early childhood care.
Reports To
Summer Institute Program Director (and/or designee)
The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Framingham School Committee Contract.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Classification
This position is classified as Non‑Exempt (Hourly).
Terms of Employment
Program Duration: This role is for the month of July and early August. Candidates must be available to attend all mandatory summer program orientation and training days held in late June.
Attendance Requirement: Consistent attendance for the full duration of the summer programming is a prerequisite for eligibility and continued employment in this role.
Schedule & Shift Assignments: Flexible scheduling between 8:00 am‑1:00 pm.
Contractual Status: This position is covered under the Framingham School Committee Contract.
Operational Flexibility: The District reserves the right to transfer personnel to different school sites or programs based on student enrollment, specialized needs, and the best interests of the children.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Framingham Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Framingham Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, ancestry, marital status, or veteran status. The Framingham Public Schools office of Title IX can be contacted to report concerns or questions. Revised 2025.
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Summer Institute Library Intern provides essential support to the Framingham High School (FHS) Library staff in collections management and technical services. The intern assists in the day‑to‑day operations of the library, including material processing, archival preservation, and inventory control to ensure a high‑quality, accessible resource environment for the Summer Institute programs.
Our Mission
Framingham Public Schools (FPS) is committed to excellence for all students and to creating a workforce that reflects our community’s rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity. Guided by our mission to empower free‑thinking, responsible citizens, we value inclusion, equity, and cultural responsiveness in all we do.
About Framingham
Framingham, Massachusetts, is a vibrant and diverse suburban community located 20 miles west of Boston, serving as a major hub in the MetroWest area. It blends urban convenience with the comfort of New England neighborhoods, is home to Framingham State University, and offers abundant outdoor opportunities such as Cushing Memorial Park and Callahan State Park.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Not Applicable.
Training and Experience
Framingham Public Schools seeks candidates whose background, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of education.
Educational Requirement: Candidates must be current high school students.
Professional Experience: Previous experience working in a library or office setting is preferred.
Language Proficiency: Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is strongly preferred.
Skills and Ability
Communication & Presentation: Communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms; effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, parents, and the general public.
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving: Read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to inform decisions for student success.
Relationship Building & Cultural Proficiency: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, caregivers, staff, and the community, working with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds in an equitable and culturally proficient manner.
Professionalism, Attendance & Adaptability: Maintain regular and punctual attendance; react professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations while maintaining a proactive, reflective, and solution‑focused approach.
Organizational Management: Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously while maintaining strong organizational skills.
Compliance & Confidentiality: Perform duties with awareness of district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies; maintain appropriate confidential records in accordance with FERPA and relevant regulations.
Instructional Leadership: Apply knowledge of current research and theory in education; demonstrate strong teaching, coaching, and leadership skills in a team setting.
Technology: Operate and acquire skills in computer software, including Google Workspace, and use instructional technology appropriately to facilitate learning.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Execute daily circulation tasks, including accurate shelving, shelf‑reading for order, and performing routine inventory audits.
Assist with the end‑to‑end processing of new materials and perform basic book repairs to ensure collection longevity.
Support librarians with introductory cataloging tasks and database management to ensure materials are discoverable.
Assist in the handling, organization, and preservation of archival materials according to institutional standards.
Maintain an organized and welcoming library environment through supply management, space tidying, and the creation of engaging thematic displays.
Other Reasonable Duties as Assigned by the Program Director
As directed by the Program Director, the intern may be assigned other related duties to support library operations.
Physical Working Conditions
Mobility & Navigation: Must move frequently throughout school buildings and grounds.
Stationary Tasks: Often remains in a stationary position for administrative tasks such as reporting and data entry.
Technology & Data: Read and input digital and printed data using office productivity machinery.
Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and arms to operate technology and handle instructional or administrative tools.
Physical Strength: Ability to lift at least 20 lbs (e.g., books, supplies).
Sensory Requirements: Must see and hear continuously to ensure student safety.
Working Environment: Operate in a school setting with moderate‑to‑high noise levels; maintain focus amid frequent interruptions.
Crisis Management: Engage with and redirect students who exhibit challenging or aggressive behaviors.
Physical Stamina: Maintain physical strength and agility to manage active behavioral interventions and supervise during periods of emotional dysregulation.
Interaction Level: Frequently sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to interact with early childhood students at their eye level.
Physical Lifting: Ability to lift and/or move at least 40 lbs (e.g., moving play equipment).
Hygiene & Safety: Direct responsibility for safety and well‑being, including potential exposure to bodily fluids or pathogens associated with early childhood care.
Reports To
Summer Institute Program Director (and/or designee)
The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Framingham School Committee Contract.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Classification
This position is classified as Non‑Exempt (Hourly).
Terms of Employment
Program Duration: This role is for the month of July and early August. Candidates must be available to attend all mandatory summer program orientation and training days held in late June.
Attendance Requirement: Consistent attendance for the full duration of the summer programming is a prerequisite for eligibility and continued employment in this role.
Schedule & Shift Assignments: Flexible scheduling between 8:00 am‑1:00 pm.
Contractual Status: This position is covered under the Framingham School Committee Contract.
Operational Flexibility: The District reserves the right to transfer personnel to different school sites or programs based on student enrollment, specialized needs, and the best interests of the children.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Framingham Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Framingham Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, ancestry, marital status, or veteran status. The Framingham Public Schools office of Title IX can be contacted to report concerns or questions. Revised 2025.
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