The American Library in Paris is looking for a motivated, dynamic, and friendly person to be our Collections Intern position. A few of the various duties include participating in collections projects and assisting patrons and staff at the Member Services desk.
The ideal candidate for this position is interested in pursuing a career in libraries or archives. This person should be organized, flexible, and have some familiarity with library cataloging systems.
Internship dates: January – June 2027
Application Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until October 1, 2026
Under the supervision of Library staff, Collections Intern responsibilities include:
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Assisting in the maintenance of book and periodical collections
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Cataloging of books and periodicals
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Inventory
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Maintenance of periodical archives
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Maintenance of special book collections
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Answering reference questions
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Technical processing of magazines, newspapers, and book
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Assisting with shelving, book displays, and stacks maintenance
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Creating, renewing, and revising membership accounts in multiple databases
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Familiarizing new members with the Library and the use of its online and in-person services
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Responding to email, phone, and in-person queries
The successful candidate will have:
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Pride in contributing to the cultural heritage of a century-old institution that is dedicated to literature and community
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An appetite for hard work and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a close-knit and busy organizational environment
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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A willingness to receive and give constructive feedback, and a proactive attitude
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A commitment to data integrity and quality of work
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The ability to push full book carts, shelve books on high and low shelves, and carry boxes
Applicants are required to fill out the online application form and submit a CV and letter of motivation.
For more information contact the Internship Coordinator at internships@americanlibraryinparis.org.
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