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Collection Development Intern, EBSCO Information Services, Ipswich, MA

Posted April 1, 2016

This is a paid internship.

Position Overview 

EBSCO Information Services (EIS) provides a complete and optimized research solution comprised of e-journals, e-books, and research databases — all combined with the most powerful discovery service to support the information needs and maximize the research experience of our end-users. Headquartered in Ipswich, MA, EIS employs more than 3,300 people worldwide. We are the leader in our field due to our cutting-edge technology, forward-thinking philosophy, and top-notch workforce. EIS, a division of EBSCO Industries Inc., based in Birmingham, AL, is ranked in the top 200 of the nation’s largest, privately held corporations according to Forbes magazine. EBSCO is a company that will motivate you, inspire you, and allow you to grow. We are looking for the best. If you are too, we encourage you to explore our unique opportunities.

Collection Development Intern – Core Collections
Support the Collection Development team by enhancing metadata for the H.W. Wilson Core Collections product line.  Assist in book record updates for Core Collections. 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Assist in creation of cataloging records for H.W. Wilson Core Collections–as needed.  
  • Contribute to indexing of Core Collections using Sears and Dewey Decimal Classification System. 
  • Update metadata associated with Core Collections and Book Review Digest book records. 
  • Help promote the success of Core Collections through social media, competitive intelligence, and other projects. 
  • Additional duties as assigned. 

Cultural Competencies:

  • Drive
  • Positive Attitude
  • Good Judgement
  • Open Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Desire to Make an Impact
  • Eager to Understand
  • Accountable
  • Decisive
  • Team Player 

Skills 

Requirements:

  • Enrolled in (or recent graduate of) Library and Information Science program. 
  • 1 year of experience with MS ACCESS. 
  • 1+ year experience with Excel, Outlook and Word.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2+ years experience with MS Access, Excel, Outlook, and Word. 
  • Some Collection Development exposure preferred. 
  • Cataloging and/or metadata course completed. 

Candidates can apply online here, using job ID# 8041. https://www.ebscohost.com/careers

Start date is June or September.

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