Youth Library Intern

Assist with providing library services to the community under the direction of Library Staff. Provide assistance with a wide variety of Library functions including circulation, outreach and programming. These tasks are illustrative only and may include other related duties.

Cover letter required with application

Casual, Non-Represented Position

This position has part-time flexible hours during library operating hours of:

9:00am-7:00pm Monday -Thursday

9:00am-6:00pm Friday and Saturday

1:00-5:00pm Sunday

Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description.

Answers general directional library questions; refers patrons to appropriate staffand/or areas forassistance.

May be assigned special projects by the Teen Services Librarian or Supervising Librarian.

Assists with planning, organizing, and staffing programs and outreach activities, including event set up or tear down.

Under direction of another staff member, performs circulation functions such as checking items in and out, issuing library cards, and placing holds.

Shelves books and other library materials.

May assist patrons in using the Library's technology or their own technology to access library services.

Under direction of another staff member, may assist with the building's opening or closing tasks.

Conforms with all safety rules and performs work in a safe manner.

Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences.

Acts ethically and honestly; applies ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities and interactions. Builds confidence in the City through own actions.

Maintains effective work relationships.

Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.

Education and Experience
Current enrollment in High School or equivalent certificate program as a Junior or Senior at the time of application. Ability to provide proof of enrollment. Interns may remain in the position up to 90 days after High School graduation, or otherwise leaving High School.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to deliver excellent customer service to diverse audiences.

Ability to pay attention to detail. Good ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Ability to use a computer to manipulate and retrieve data. Knowledge of computer operations as they apply to the library.

Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications used by the position and the ability to instruct patrons in the use of word processing, spreadsheet and electronic communications, and online databases as required to deliver Library services.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Good interpersonal skills. Ability to get along well with coworkers and the public, and maintain effective work relationships.

Ability to follow directions.

Desire to work and learn new tasks.

Special Requirements
Demonstrable commitment to sustainability.

Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing equity, diversity and inclusion.

The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace.

Qualified applicants must submit an online application located on the City of Corvallis website(click on "Apply" above).

Position is open until filled.

Applications must be received by 8:00 AM on Wednesday April 15, 2026 to be considered with the first review.

Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume with the online application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted/considered.