University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Library and Information Science Program

Cataloging, Hamilton Library

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Internship Description

  • Directed reading and research on USMARC format for bibliographic data, OCLC bibliographic formats and standards, Exlibris systems, Library of Congress Classification Schedules, PCC/LC policy statements, and RDA (Resource Description and Access)
  • Hands-on searching in: the OCLC database, Library of Congress Authority Files, Alma and Primo (catalog back and front end)
  • Performing copy, adaptive, and original cataloging of monographs using the Alma metadata editor and OCLC
  • Upgrading minimal level cataloging records to full cataloging
  • Assistance with special cataloging-related projects
  • If the intern is interested and time permits, introduction to cataloging materials in other formats or languages

Library/Collection Description

The Cataloging Department’s mission is to provide bibliographical descriptive cataloging and subject analysis for library materials in all languages and in all formats held by or accessed through the University of Hawai‘i’s online catalog. The department also provides guidance and establishes policies for non-MARC metadata in UHM Library repositories. Catalogers participate in bibliographic data sharing with national bibliographic utilities and the establishment of name headings for national authority files. The department maintains bibliographic accuracy of names and holdings in online catalog.  

Required Qualifications

LIS 605 Metadata Creation for Information Organization

Desired Qualifications

LIS 606 Advanced Cataloging & Classification (completed or taken concurrently)

Weekly Schedule

Flexible 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday
(suggested min. 3 hrs/day, avg. 10 hrs/week)

Goals and Outcomes

  • To apply the principles of descriptive cataloging, subject analysis, and classification to materials acquired by UHM Libraries.
  • To learn how to use standard cataloging tools and reference materials.
  • To develop cataloging and database maintenance skills using an online cataloging system.

Evaluation Methods

LIS 690 evaluation form

Evaluation Schedule

The supervising librarian will complete the LIS 690 evaluation form at the end of the semester.

Contact Information

Margaret Joyce

E-mail: mjoyce4@hawaii.edu

Telephone: (808) 956-2013

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