About the role
The American Library in Paris is looking for a motivated, dynamic, and friendly person to be our Collections Intern position. A few of the various duties include participating in collections projects and assisting patrons and staff at the Member Services desk.
The ideal candidate for this position is interested in pursuing a career in libraries or archives. This person should be organized, flexible, and have some familiarity with library cataloging systems.
Internship dates: January – June 2027
Application Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until October 1, 2026
Under the supervision of Library staff, Collections Intern responsibilities include:
* Assisting in the maintenance of book and periodical collections
* Cataloging of books and periodicals
* Inventory
* Maintenance of periodical archives
* Maintenance of special book collections
* Answering reference questions
* Technical processing of magazines, newspapers, and book
* Assisting with shelving, book displays, and stacks maintenance
* Creating, renewing, and revising membership accounts in multiple databases
* Familiarizing new members with the Library and the use of its online and in-person services
* Responding to email, phone, and in-person queries
Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
* Pride in contributing to the cultural heritage of a century-old institution that is dedicated to literature and community
* An appetite for hard work and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a close-knit and busy organizational environment
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* A willingness to receive and give constructive feedback, and a proactive attitude
* A commitment to data integrity and quality of work
* The ability to push full book carts, shelve books on high and low shelves, and carry boxes Applicants are required to fill out the online application form and submit a CV and letter of motivation. For more information contact the Internship Coordinator at [email protected].