Kapolei Public Library
Location:
1020 Manawai Street
Kapolei, Hawaii, 96707
Supervisor: Liane Watanuki
Phone: (808) 693-7050
Fax: (808) 693-7062
Email:
liane.watanuki@librarieshawaii.org
Description of library/collection
Kapolei Public Library is the newest and second largest of the 51 libraries
in the Hawaii State Public Library System. The Library’s collection, which
is now approximately up to 125,000 items, will grow considerably over the next
year. We have a full time staff of 24, and emphasize providing quality programming
and public service in a friendly, yet professional, environment.
Description of internship
This internship will provide the opportunity to observe and participate
in collection management, reference, programming and other aspects of operations
in a large public library. The applicant will be able to work at 4 different
reference desks, Adult Nonfiction; Adult Fiction, Audio Visual and Hawaiiana;
Young Adult and Children’s.
Required prerequisites/qualifications
Completed or concurrent enrollment in LIS 601 (Introduction to Reference
and Information Services) and LIS 610 (Introduction to Library and Information
Services).
Desired qualifications
Willingness to learn the principles and practices of professional librarianship,
with an emphasis on reference and collection management. Reliable self-starter
who is able to work with minimum supervision; good verbal and written communication
skills.
Weekly schedule
Flexible; the Library is open 6 days and two evenings (Tues., Wed.) a week.
10 hours a week, for 15 weeks, totaling 150 hours.
Learning/experiential goals or work outcomes expected
This is a unique opportunity to learn important aspects of professional
librarianship in a large public library. Reference, collection management
and programming skills will be learned in a hands-on situation.
Evaluation process/format
Periodic formal and informal evaluations and discussions, followed by a
LIS 690 Student Evaluation Form completed with the student near the end
of the term.
Evaluation schedule
See above.
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