Research Library Intern, Abt Associates, Cambridge, MA
Posted March 18, 2019
Abt Associates is defined by its mission: to improve the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. That mission drives our top positioning in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. We use rigorous approaches to solving complex challenges, and are regularly ranked as one of the top 20 global research firms and one of the top 40 international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.
Abt Associates is looking for a current MLIS student this spring to help support the library services and learn more about working in a corporate library setting. The intern will assist with a variety of ongoing tasks associated with the Abt Research Library services which include:
- Organization of print and digital collections
- Manage Interlibrary loan retrievals
- Support on literature search and research requests from staff
The intern will work under the direction of the Abt Research Librarian. Successful candidates will have interest in reference work and searching.
Skills required:
- Enrolled in a library science program
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Familiarity with library online cataloging and management systems
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Interested applicants can email Katherine Smith at [email protected].