- Location:
- 85-625 Farrington Hwy., Waiʻanae, HI, 96792
- Website:
- http://www.librarieshawaii.org/visit/branches/all-branches/
Internship Description
Provide general reference services including: teaching the public to search the catalog, internet, and online database, use word processing programs, and library e-resources. Special projects as agreed upon.
Library/Collection Description
Waianae Public Library is a small library serving a population of 28,000 on the Westside coast from Maili to Makaha. Schools include Waianae H.S., Intermediate, and Elementary as well as several charter schools. The collection includes 54,520 volumes.
Required Qualifications
- LIS 601 Introduction to Reference & Information Services
Desired Qualifications
- Good communication skills
- Interest in working with the public
Weekly Schedule
Flexible depending on LIS class schedule. The library is open 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Mon-Sat and 1:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Wed. Intern should be able to work at least one Saturday and one evening a month.
Goals and Outcomes
A basic understanding of public service in a small community centered library.
Evaluation Methods
At the start of the internship, the supervisor and intern will establish specific goals and criteria. The supervisor will provide training, support, and informal feedback throughout the internship.
Evaluation Schedule
The supervising librarian will complete the LIS 690 Evaluation Form at the end of the semester.
Contact Information
- Supervisor:
- Sheryl Lynch
- E-mail:
- sheryl.lynch@librarieshawaii.org
- Telephone:
- (808) 697-7868