Library Intern Ask About this Internship Overview The S. White Dickinson Memorial Library is seeking an enthusiastic and creative summer intern to join our team for the 2026 summer season. This is a hands-on opportunity for current Greenfield Community College students to gain real-world experience in public library operations, community programming, and marketing while making a meaningful impact on your local community. Our summer reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read”, and we’re looking for someone who’s excited to help bring it to life—and who isn’t afraid to bring their own ideas to the table. The S. White Dickinson Memorial Library is seeking an enthusiastic and creative summer intern to join our team. This is a hands-on opportunity for current Greenfield Community College students to gain real-world experience in public library operations, community programming, and marketing while making a meaningful impact on your local community. Our reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read”, and we’re looking for someone who’s excited to help bring it to life—and who isn’t afraid to bring their own ideas to the table. Intern Responsibilities Programming Support—Assist with planning, promoting, and running summer reading programs and community events, including activities tied to our “Plant a Seed, Read” theme Marketing & Design—Create engaging promotional materials using Canva (social media graphics, flyers, signage, and more) Library Operations—Greet and assist patrons, support circulation and front desk functions, and contribute to the day-to-day flow of the library Passion Project (Optional)—Have an idea for a program, exhibit, or initiative? We’d love to hear it. Interns with specific project interest are encouraged to share it during the application process Programming Support—Assist with planning, promoting, and running summer reading programs and community events, including activities tied to our “Plant a Seed, Read” theme Marketing & Design—Create engaging promotional materials using Canva (social media graphics, flyers, signage, and more) Library Operations—Greet and assist patrons, support circulation and front desk functions, and contribute to the day-to-day flow of the library Passion Project (Optional)—Have an idea for a program, exhibit, or initiative? We’d love to hear it. Interns with specific project interest are encouraged to share it during the application process Preferred Qualifications Currently enrolled at Greenfield Community College Interest in libraries, community services, education, communications, or a related field Familiarity with Canva or willingness to learn Friendly, reliable, and comfortable working with the public Self-starter who can take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team Currently enrolled at Greenfield Community College Interest in libraries, community services, education, communications, or a related field Familiarity with Canva or willingness to learn Friendly, reliable, and comfortable working with the public Self-starter who can take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team Hours Per Week 5-10 Desired Outcomes Dates: June 1 – August 28, 2026 Hours: 5-10 hours per week Compensation: Unpaid; academic credit available in coordination with GCC Location: Primarily in-person at S. White Dickinson Memorial Library, with some hybrid flexibility To apply: Submit a resume and cover letter by April 24th. The cover letter should indicate why you're interested in libraries and describe a program or project you'd love to explore this summer Hours: 5-10 hours per week Compensation: $15/hour Location: Primarily in-person at S. White Dickinson Memorial Library, with some hybrid flexibility To apply: Submit a resume and cover letter. The cover letter should indicate why you're interested in libraries and describe a program or project you'd love to explore this summer Compensation $15/hour Ask About this Internship Your name(Required) First Last Email(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email I'm interested in the following internship(Required)Current GCC student?(Required) Yes No Internship placements are only available for current GCC students. If you have other circumstances that you would like us to consider (for instance, a gap in attendance, a plan to attend GCC next term, etc.) please feel free to email internships@gcc.mass.edu to discuss possibilities.Major(Required)Credits Earned(Required)Indicate the approximate number of credits you have already earnedGraduation Date(Required)When do you expect to graduate?Have you had a GCC internship placement before?(Required) Yes No Optional - upload your resumeAccepted file types: pdf, txt, rtf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 8 MB. Anything else we should know?We will consider you for the internship listed above, but if there is anything else that might help with a placement please tell us! Interests, passions, previous work experience, career goals, etc.- all of these things are helpful in matching you to the right opportunity!