Teen Library Internship

Job Description

Description

THE POSITION

Do you love libraries, enjoy helping others, and want to gain valuable work experience? Are you a high school or college student interested in learning new skills and exploring potential careers? If so, consider joining the Prescott Valley Public Library (PVPL) as our next Teen Library Intern!

At PVPL, our mission is "To inspire our community to learn & grow together with the help of our compassionate & knowledgeable library staff."

The Teen Library Internship offers students an opportunity to gain hands-on work experience while discovering how a public library operates. Interns will rotate through several departments, including Cataloging, Teen Services, Adult Services, Youth Services, and Circulation, working alongside library staff and learning about the services each department provides.

This paid internship is designed to help teens build confidence, develop professional skills, explore career interests, and gain practical experience in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Examples of Duties

In this position you will:

• Assist library staff with daily operations, including sorting, organizing, shelving, and maintaining library materials.
• Help plan, prepare, and support library programs, activities, displays, and special projects for children, teens, and adults.
• Learn how library materials are selected, cataloged, processed, and made available to the public.
• Provide friendly customer service by helping patrons locate materials, use library services, and understand basic library procedures.
• Assist patrons with basic library technology, including printing, scanning, copying, and other library resources.
• Work alongside staff in different departments to explore library careers and gain an understanding of library operations.
• Develop valuable workplace skills, including communication, teamwork, organization, time management, problem-solving, and responsibility.

Typical Qualification

We are looking for someone who:

• Is currently enrolled in high school or college and is in good academic standing.
• Is organized, dependable, punctual, and willing to learn.
• Can commit to a regular schedule of 5–10 hours per week, including weekends, for up to 100 total internship hours.
• Is comfortable following instructions, asking questions, and working independently when appropriate.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and interacting with people of all ages.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, professionalism, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Has an interest in libraries, community service, or gaining valuable workplace experience.

Previous library or work experience is not required.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and move around the library for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach overhead, and reach toward the floor when organizing and shelving materials.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move library materials and supplies as needed.

COMPENSATION AND INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Pay: $15.76 per hour (no benefits)

Internship Period: November 2026 – January 2027

Schedule: Approximately 5–10 hours per week, including weekends

Total Hours: Up to 100 hours during the internship

Location: Prescott Valley Public Library, Prescott Valley, Arizona

Seasonal employees are entitled to earn paid time off and accrue a minimum of 1 hour of earned general leave for every 30 hours worked and can accrue to a maximum of 40 hours per year.

Labor Law Poster

Closing Date/Time: 11/23/2026 5:00 PM Arizona