Library STEM Summer Intern
Department: Library
Wages: $16.77 per hour
Duration: May 28, 2024-August 25, 2024
Hours: Approx. 15 hours a week for 12 weeks
The City of Cornelius is recruiting for a paid intern for a part-time temporary position as the Library STEM Summer Intern. This position’s main goal is to support librarians in researching and creating a variety of fun and engaging STEM activities.
These STEM programs will be offered in the fall in the new makerspace in the Cornelius Library’s Drake Learning Center.
This position is funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), administered by the State Library of Oregon.
The perfect candidate for this role should be resourceful, enthusiastic about learning, and keen to acquire valuable work experience in a diverse environment. They should also be interested in taking on challenges, thinking creatively, and demonstrating initiative by working both independently and collaboratively. It is important to support a culture of communication, collaboration, and excellence among library staff.
Essential Job Functions:
Research educational, fun, and engaging STEM activities offered by other libraries in the country
Work with librarians to create 10-15 exercises or kits with a list of equipment, instructions, and supplies needed
Address a variety of STEM topics in the exercises
Identify a primary learning objective for each exercise or kit
Target PreK-12 age levels
Integrate a culturally informed component
Prepare scaled up versions of some exercises for adults
Prepare some exercises for teen through adult audiences
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic computer skills
Interest in learning and building new skills
Ability to work independently and problem-solve
Attention to detail
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of training and experience, the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may qualify. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education: A high school diploma or GED. Fluency in Spanish language desirable.
Experience: One year of customer service or clerical experience.
Please review the position description for the full scope of duties and responsibilities and the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
This is a minimal part time position that may be required to work evenings and weekends with an average of 15 hours per week. Bi-lingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Start date for this temporary position is May 28, 2024 with an end date of August 25, 2024.