ncompass live: 2017 nebraska library internship grant program

Nebraska Library CommissionNebraska Regional Library SystemsFunded through Library Services and Technology Act, Institute of Museum and Library Services

2017 NebraskaLibrary Internship Grant Program

Goals & Outcomes Involves students in real library work Introduces intern to varied & exciting work of

libraries Serves as recruitment tool helping student to

view library work as a viable career opportunity Provides view of libraries’ role, understanding of

library operations, look at the role of technology Provides financial assistance to students who

often help to expand a program or complete a project & bring in fresh ideas

Basics – Who & How much Award amount: $500 - $1,000 (per library or branch),

up to $25,000 No Matching Funds required Eligibility: Accredited public libraries Funding for Stipends or Wages provided to interns Eligible Interns – High School & College Students

Never employed by a library Never interned at a library No restrictions associated with current or past

volunteers

Introduction—Dates & Deadlines Deadline for applications: 5:00 p.m.,

Central Time, December 21, 2016 Award announcement: February 10, 2017 Planning for Successful Internships

NCompass Live: March 8, 2017 (if applying, put this on your calendar)

Internship Window – No earlier than March 15, 2017 & Wrapped up by November 30, 2017

Expectations of Library Library staff recruit and select their intern(s) Library staff provide an orientation to library work over the

course of the internship – orientation should include broad overview of work beyond the work duties assigned.

Intern’s supervisor assigns & oversees tasks/duties Can be wide variety of duties or can be more specific to skills of

intern and/or needs of library Library staff track intern’s hours and activities Library staff complete assessments and report in a timely

manner Library Director submits form attesting to how grant funds

were expended (only for stipends, wages and if applicable, for withholdings/taxes)

Projects/duties of 2016 Interns

Anthony worked to understand how our website works and taught me how to use it.

Haley’s main project was to research the feasibility and methods for switching to a non-Dewey call number system.

Shea planned and hosted Murder Mystery Night at the library.

Lila was asked to come up with a plan to start a Golden Sowers Reading Club and she came up with levels of progress, prize ideas, and even made book review forms for the program.

Projects/duties of 2016 Interns Huyen-Yen created a flyer advertising our Teen

Advisory Board Meeting. The flyer was so amazing that we got some new teams at the meeting based on the flyer.

Kayden worked on planning the 3-D printer classes to learn the software and design something to print. The classes were successful and the assistance he gave the staff was beneficial too.

Jackie developed and implemented a 6 week introduction to computer classes, designed a brochure on library services and hours, and updated the website.


Journie was very interested in the marketing of library books and developed detailed book displays. She researched and developed a “Read it before it becomes a Movie” display and “What Journey Loves to Read” display.

Ali headed up a Genealogy Introduction Workshop for Grades 2-5 and planned chart your family tree activities.

Ryley was in charge of STEM activities for Youth on Saturdays—a special summer reading project.


Hailey planned and organized two big Friday morning Fun Programs: Hula Hoop Games & Nursery Rhyme Olympics.

Kolton researched Maker Spaces and technologies and recommended purchases which led to several purchases: Makey Makeys, Squishy Circuits, Goldie Blox, OSMO & more. He also came up with a PokemonGo Safari walk that turned out to be our largest Maker Club event ever.

When a SRP presenter failed to show, Stephanie created an alternative program for the children that was a great success.


Whitney developed two programs for summer reading to include activities, the needed materials, posters, and permission forms and trained three volunteers to assist. One program used historical materials and included field trips and interviews around town. It was a huge success and continued for several Fridays.

Caitlin worked with youth programming and helped with set up, supervision, and running interactive stations. Caitlin was also a good role model for our youth volunteers.


Bridget developed a new bi-weekly flyer with information, quotes, and book selections. She also developed a new bi-monthly newsletter for the library.

Bri created a library and neighborhood scavenger hunt that tied to books read by families for our monthly homeschool book club. Bri learned how to tie fun and educational activities together and the attendees benefited from an engaging activity that our staff would not have had time to provide.

Projects/duties of Interns Created, Conducted, Assisted, Designed, Managed,

Maintained, Taught, Organized and/or Updated:

Assorted Events Bulletin Boards Crafts, Movie Day, Art class Brochures, Flyers Volunteer coordination Book Displays Collection Development Review Policies Reorganize areas

Circulation Desk Summer Reading

Program Story Hour Processed new books Weed collections Organize Genealogy

Camp Maker Club Youth book discussion

group

Projects/duties – Technology Area

Created, Conducted, Assisted, Designed, Managed, Maintained, Taught, Organized and/or Updated: Video tour of library Videoed activities Website Facebook Twitter Instagram 3D Printer instruction

Computer Classes Tablet Assistance Instruction video on

OverDrive use Layout & Design of

materials Digital repository

project Technology

Planning

The applicationBackground: Reason for

participation Underlying need or

opportunity

Effect/Outcomes: Anticipated benefits

to student, library, community

Schedule of activities: Projects and

activities intern will be involved & the student’s role

Describe your preliminary orientation plan

Provide tentative timeline—recruitment, making an offer & key milestones with anticipated activities

Application review considerationsCompetitive process/evaluated on following criteria: Needs of library Described activities and schedule/timeline Proposed orientation to library service functions Anticipated benefits and outcomes of the internship Partnerships or activities with other libraries Commitment to meeting grant expectations

Encouraged: Partnership projects (with school, academic, public or special

libraries) First-time applicants/Applicants not funded in the past

http://nowhiringatyourlibrary.nebraska.gov/Internships.aspOverview, GoalsCalendar & DeadlinesEligible ApplicantsGrant AmountsUse of Funds

Details Online at:

Eligible Interns/Type of InternshipApplication Process & FormApp Review ConsiderationsAnnouncement, ExpectationsAdditional Info/Tips/SamplesPast Recipients

Karen DrevoYouth Services LibrarianNorfolk Public Library

Insights from a 2016 Library Participant

Sharon Kastanek, DirectorDvoracek Memorial LibraryWilber

Insights from a 2016 Library Participant

Maggie PetersenOutreach Specialist Omaha Public Library (at UNO’s Community Engagement Center)(Interned at the Millard Branch in 2012)

Insights from former Grant Intern – Now Library Employee

Laura TreinenW. Dale Clark Omaha Public Library(also interned at W. Dale Clark)

Insights from former Grant Intern – Now Library Employee

Supervisor feedback“The need for planning before the intern comes on board. Outlining the activities and going over them with the intern at the start and periodically throughout their time with us was extremely helpful. Also learning that you need to take some time to discover the interns hidden talents and "likes". Getting to know them and making the most of what they have to offer did alter our original plans a bit, but worked out way better than we hoped.”

“It’s so nice to have a student that knows how to work with technology.”

Supervisor feedback“We had been considering switching to a non-Dewey call number system for a few years now and had never really been able to do the in depth research….Our intern was able to do the major parts and present it in such a way that it was a large time saver and then she was able to begin the project, which I doubt we would have been able to do either anytime soon.”

“This grant allowed the library to provide programming this summer that involved the whole community and business in remembering their history.”

Supervisor feedback“I was surprised at how well she fit in. I think all public libraries could benefit from having a young person come on board to help out.”

“It was really great to have fresh eyes on our processes. It will help us with future training of employees and volunteers.”

“She exceeded my expectations. She was flexible, energetic, fun-loving, organized, and prepared for anything.”

Intern feedback“This has been one of the most enjoyable and valuable experiences I have had thus far. I am really disappointed that I can not continue to work here as I am going of to college. The connections I have made and the skills I have learned will help me through out life. I was truly blessed to have had this opportunity and would like to thank you for making it possible for me.”

Intern feedback“This was an amazing opportunity for me. It really gave me a look into the world of libraries and will definitely help me choose my career path. It also gave me a renewed respect for libraries and librarians and all they do for the community.”

“I was extremely grateful to have this opportunity and really hope that someone gets this opportunity next year.”

Intern feedback“This was a great experience and I feel much more prepared to enter the professional world of librarianship now.”“I very much enjoyed this library internship. This is by far my favorite job/internship I have ever done.”“This was an excellent experience that allowed me to actively engage with people from all sorts of backgrounds and learn about the internal workings of a library.”

2016 Intern Stats 26 Libraries Funded – 36 Interns (4 had

2 interns) 5 male; 31 female Expected or current college Major –

only 2 indicated library science Per Supervisors at Grant Wrap-up:

52% will not continue at library 48% will continue on at library

7 will continue as volunteers 7 will continue as seasonal, project-specific, or on

call employee 2 will continue as year-round part-time employee

Intern thoughts at END of internship

How likely will you pursue further education in the library field? 21% Not at all or Not too likely 79% Somewhat or Very likely

How likely is it that you will apply for a library job within the next 5 years? 18% Not too likely 82% Somewhat or Very likely

2016 Intern Views at END of internship

I plan to recommend the library as a resource and/or desirable place to visit more now than I did before the internship

0% Negative & Neutral responses 26% Agree 74% Strongly Agree

A librarian needs to have a broader range of skills than I realized before the internship

6% Disagree 3% Neither Agree or Disagree 24% Agree 68% Strongly Agree

100 % Agrees

91% Agrees

?Questions & Answers

JoAnn McManusNebraska Library CommissionGrant Program [email protected]; 800-307-2665 (NE only)

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