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Library Assistant D
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Job ID 75878
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study, Remote
Employer Library Learning & Teaching
Category Office
Job Description

Uncovering Diversity in the Askwith Media Library Collection

The intern would explore the Askwith Media Library Collection, document the diversity of the collection currently, find how this representation relates to the U-M Library community, and identify what titles can be added to address what is missing from the collection.  This project will also serve to inform future collection audits and improve collection development policies to better represent the U-M Library community.

 

Project Deliverables 

The intern will provide the following deliverables:

 

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  • Contribute to a weekly reflection “journal” about the project

  • Through careful research, submit an annotated bibliography of “diversity audit” and/or film collection stewardship resources

  • Conduct a competitive analysis of BTAA libraries regarding the diversity of their media collections, based on the selected project scope

  • Develop a matrix of diverse elements for consideration in a collection analysis; conduct that analysis, based on the selected project scope

  • Write a final report of the diversity audit that includes specific recommendations for the Askwith Media Library physical collection, including how to conduct future diversity audits

  • Create a list of film titles for purchase consideration for the Askwith Media Library 

  • Provide a final project presentation to Research & Learning and Askwith members, plus write a Student Stories blog post

  • If interested, collaborate with mentors to deliver a future professional presentation or publication about the project

Educational Value

The intern will

  • Develop and practice leadership and collaboration skills

  • Learn various academic research techniques and understand how that research informs library collections and user services

  • Gain experience with project management

  • Practice public speaking, sharing project milestones and deliverables to various stakeholders via written methods, etc.

Job Requirements

Requirements 

  • Available to work on-site during standard business hours, Monday through Friday, during various parts of the project

  • Some familiarity communicating research findings through reports, presentations, recordings (e.g. through course requirements, student group activities, etc.)

  • Ability to work independently, and with initiative

  • Commitment to attend training sessions and meetings during normal business hours

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated success in the application of problem solving and time management

  • Interest in libraries and library collections

  • Interest in media services

Hourly Rate $16.00/hour
Hours 4.0 to 6.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter
Start Date Monday, October 5, 2026
End Date Thursday, May 6, 2027
Primary Contact Amanda Peters
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Supervisor Amanda Peters
Work Location Shapiro Library/Remote Uncovering Diversity in the Askwith Media Library Collection
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