Library Internship at KPMG LLP

There is an internship available at the DPP/OGC Library of KPMG LLP for the spring 2011 semester. The Library holds the paper and digital collections of the Dept. of Professional Practice and Office of General Counsel. KPMG is one of the Big 4 accounting firms with offices throughout the world.

Duties will include:

· Cataloging

· Preparing authority files for online catalog

· Processing documents for digitization

· Processing books for offsite storage

· Helping with departmental intranet maintenance

· Document management

· Business research

Applicant must be an MLS student for whom the internship would fulfill course requirements. There is no salary or stipend.

If you are interested please send your resume to: bmusich@kpmg.com

Sony Music Internship

Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company with a roster of current artists that includes a broad array of both local artists and international superstars, as well as a vast catalog that comprises some of the most important recordings in history. Sony Music Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America.

Those Labels located in New York City under the Sony Music Entertainment umbrella include: Arista Records, Battery Records, Burgundy Records, Columbia Records, Epic Records, Hitz Committee, J Records, Jive Records, Legacy Recordings, RCA Records, SONY Masterworks, Verity Records and Windham Hill.

Sony Music Entertainment is home to artists such as: 311, AC/DC, Adele, Aerosmith, Christina Aguilera, Alabama, Backstreet Boys, Sara Bareilles, Beyonce, Toni Braxton, Chris Brown, Jimmy Buffet, The Byrds, Chevelle, Ciara, Kelly Clarkson, Alice Cooper, Daughtry, Destiny’s Child, Neil Diamond, Dido, Celine Dion, Dixie Chicks, Doobie Brothers, Bob Dylan, Earth, Wind & Fire, ELO, Foo Fighters, Jamie Foxx, Franz Ferdinand, The Fray, Kenny G., Good Charlotte, Whitney Houston, Il Divo, Incubus, Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Janice Joplin, R. Kelly, Alicia Keys, Kings of Leon, Sean Kingston, Lamb of God, Cyndi Lauper, Avril Lavigne, John Legend, Annie Lennox, Leona Lewis, Jennifer Lopez, Los Lonely Boys, Matisyahu, Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Meatloaf, Modest Mouse, *NSYNC, Ozzy Osbourne, Outkast, Pink, Pink Floyd, Paul Potts, Elvis Presley, Sade, Santana, Shakira, Simon & Garfunkel, Jordin Sparks, Britney Spears, Bruce Springsteen, Rod Stewart, Barbara Streisand, System Of A Down, James Taylor, Three Days Grace, The Tings Tings, TLC, Justin Timberlake, T-Pain, Carrie Underwood, and Usher just to name a few.

We are currently looking for a Library Science Intern. Our Custom Marketing Group is responsible for licensing our repertoire to other companies who want to manufacture CD’s with Sony owned masters on them which include negotiating the terms, collecting advance payments and updating company wide as well as department only databases. They have a unique and overwhelming filing system that needs maintenance.
Duties will include:
• Review and overhaul our files and filing systems



Qualifications:
All candidates must be currently enrolled in a college or university. Candidates should display strong written and verbal communications skills, as well as ingenuity and an eagerness to learn. Candidates must also possess excellent computer skills (Word, Excel and Outlook preferred) and strong organizational skills. An interest in the music/entertainment business is strongly preferred. Students will be asked to intern at least fifteen hours a week but we will try our best to work around student’s schedules. Students must provide a letter from their college or university confirming that they will receive school credit. Our internships are for credit only.
If interested please apply thru our Sony Music website.
www.sonymusic.com or https://jobs-sonymusic.icims.com/jobs/2270/job

Columbia University’s C.V. Starr East Asian Library, Makino Collection Internship

The Makino Collection on the History of East Asian Film is an extraordinary archive of materials chronicling the history of Japanese and East Asian film, collected by the renowned documentary film maker and film historian Makino Mamoru.

The collection contains material dating back to the earliest moving pictures in Japan and the start of domestic film production during the Meiji period (1868–1912), and continues to the present. It includes a wealth of rare print materials including full runs of trade press and fan periodicals, fliers, posters, and other publicity materials.

The Makino Collection Internship program provides current library school students with hands-on experience in several areas of academic librarianship. Interns will work collaboratively with mentoring library staff to help design and create a website and blog for the Makino Collection and to help process archival materials.

The Intern will be appointed for the Spring semester (2011). Preference is given to candidates who have Japanese language ability or Chinese language ability and a web design background.

POSITION AVAILABLE: January, 2011. This is an unpaid internship.

WORK SCHEDULE: Work schedule is variable, 150 hours per semester.

DUTIES: Designing the Makino Collection website in consultation with the Archivist. Processing includes working with the Archivist to identify and describe items
for the finding aid, re-housing materials in archival safe folders and boxes, and
inputting data into Excel files for the finding aid among other tasks.

REQUIRED: Must be current (or enrolled) graduate student in an accredited library school program during the Spring 2011 semester. Candidate must have either Japanese language ability or Chinese language ability, and knowledge of web design.

PREFERRED: Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to evaluate, understand, and describe Japanese or Chinese materials. Interest in academic librarianship. Interest in film studies.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS: Applicants should submit, via e-mail, a letter of interest, resume, and at least one letter of recommendation to the Archivist: Beth Katzoff [bsk9@columbia.edu]. Potential candidates will be notified soon after.

The Library of The Jewish Theological Seminary - Multiple internship opportunities

The Library of The Jewish Theological Seminary has numerous internship possibilities for library school students for the spring 2011 semester. Some of the internships require the ability to read Hebrew but for many Hebrew is not mandatory. Each student will be supervised by a librarian.

The Library of The Jewish Theological Seminary holds the foremost collection in Judaica in the Western Hemisphere. With more than 400,000 printed books, The Library also houses manuscript codices, graphic art collections, archives, and is currently actively building its digital library. We are seeking Library School interns for many different projects within the Library. Some of them require subject knowledge and knowledge of Hebrew but many do not. It is a unique opportunity to work with very experienced librarians who will supervise and guide the student in each specific project. The Library is located at 3080 Broadway (at 122nd Street), New York, NY 10027.

For further information check our web page or please contact Naomi Steinberger, Director of Library Services, The Library of The Jewish Theological Seminary. nsteinberger@jtsa.edu or 212-678-8982.

Internships available for spring 2011:

1. Copy Cataloging projects specifically for people who are interested in specializing in Judaica Librarianship.

a. Cataloging books in foreign languages such as Turkish, Polish, Spanish, etc.

b. Cataloging out of print books in English and Hebrew for people with knowledge of Hebrew and interest in Jewish Studies including Special Collections materials.

c. Cataloging of ephemeral materials. There are many collections. Knowledge of art, music and/or knowledge of Hebrew.

d. Sorting, matching and cataloging rare and out of print sets of Hebrew Bibles.

e. Sorting books in Yiddish (knowledge of Yiddish required)


2. Serials:

a. Sorting and organizing old and scarce individual serials issues primarily in Hebrew and German


3. Reference services:

a. Creation of pathfinder in mutually agreed upon subject area (knowledge of Hebrew and Jewish studies necessary)

b. Updating Library's vertical files

c. Reference support for Special Collections Reading Room (knowledge of Hebrew and Jewish studies necessary)


4. Systems

a. Technical preparation of files for ingesting into Digital Assets Management System

5. Stack maintenance

a. Assist in shift and inventory of manuscript codices collection


6. Preservation

a. Rehousing books in boxes or four-flap enclosures

b. Placing documents in mylar

c. Photograph preservation

TEMPO Networks - Social Media Intern

TEMPO Networks, the Caribbean Television and Multimedia Network, is seeking a Social Media Intern to assist with the implementation and development of its Social Media and Word of Mouth Marketing strategy. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college degree program and eligible to earn internship credit. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: monitor and contribute to Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, Youtube, the company blog, third party blogs, online forums, and other internet locations.

This position requires the ability to communicate online with authenticity and enthusiasm, and to generate talkable ideas and blog posts. There is much room for growth, and taking initiative is highly encouraged.

This position is ideal for students seeking business experience in a small, fast-paced, growing international media corporation. Potential applicants should familiarize themselves with our website and social media platforms before directing inquiries.

Resumes and cover letters should be directed to tburress@temponetworks.com .

TEMPO Networks - Web Development / CMS Intern

TEMPO Networks, the Caribbean Television and Multimedia Network, is seeking a Web Development / CMS Intern to assist with its website, www.GotTEMPO.com. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college degree program and eligible to earn internship credit. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: ensure consistency in site development, use our content management system (ModX), as well as to perform regular site updates.

This position will require comfort with XHTML and CSS, and some exposure to PHP and Javascript. Experience with other content management systems would also be extremely helpful.

Special projects will include formatting parts of the site for mobile and Google TV viewing, normalizing the site navigation, and perhaps developing web applications according to the intern's interests and abilities. This is not a graphics design or content development position. The intern should expect to gain significant corporate experience in an international media company.

Potential interns should familiarize themselves with our website www.gottempo.com . Resumes and cover letters should be directed to tburress@temponetworks.com .

Internship at The International Center for Transitional Justice

The International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ) is currently accepting applications for a Spring Session 2011 knowledge-management internship in New York. This is an exciting opportunity to learn content management and the basics of implementing a global intranet,as a key piece of a larger knowledge management strategy.

This internship is geared toward individuals pursuing Master’s level studies in library sciences, and particularly knowledge management.
Students should be eligible to receive academic credit for their internship.

To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to rparlin@ictj.org, and write in the subject line of your e-mail "KM
Internship." Contact: For further inquiries regarding the KM internship, please e-mail Ruth Parlin at rparlin@ictj.org.

About ICTJ: The International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ)is a human rights organization based in New York City that aims to
strengthen the field of transitional justice-assisting societies in transition to respond to a legacy of massive abuse-through in-country
assistance, policy advice, capacity building, and strategic research. The ICTJ responds to requests for assistance and comparative
information from organizations in civil society and governments. Its work focuses on strategies to document abuse, establish effective
truth commissions, prosecute perpetrators, reform abusive institutions, provide reparation to victims of violence, and promote
reconciliation. The ICTJ works closely with other organizations in the field in all of its program areas.

Internship opportunity at the Anti-Defamation League

The Anti-Defamation League is looking for an energetic, creative MLS student to fill a position in the Rita and Leo Greenland Library and Research Center. The position is paid, and ADL will cooperate with your university to obtain credit for the work experience, if needed. The internship is for 12 hours a week for the spring semester. An interest in working with library and archival materials is essential. Also required are accuracy in creating and maintaining records, as well as good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

The intern may have some or all of the following responsibilities:

Organizing, preserving and indexing archival materials

Digitizing library publications

Assisting with cataloging books, electronic documents, audio-visual materials and pamphlets

Designing and implementing systems for special collections

Other related projects, as needed

This is a chance to work with professionals at one of the country’s leading human relations civil rights organizations. The Anti-Defamation League is dedicated to stopping the defamation of the Jewish people and to securing justice and fair treatment for all.

ADL is located in midtown Manhattan.

Please send your resume to Marianne Benjamin (mbenjamin@adl.org).

Internship at Catalyst, Inc.

Catalyst is seeking an MLIS student seeking credit for an unpaid internship in its Information Center (IC). The IC librarians respond daily to the requests of Catalyst members, academic and nonprofit organizations, professional associations, researchers, writers, and the media.

Because the IC provides such a variety of services to its users, interns will have the opportunity to work on various aspects of librarianship, including the following:
· Research projects regarding gender diversity in business
· Cataloging articles and reports using modified MARC formatting for the IC catalog
· Developing new/updating existing Quick Takes, a series of statistics-based overviews of topics such as women in the labor force, women of color, work/life balance, working mothers, women in various geographies, etc. (View the Quick Takes here: http://www.catalyst.org/browse/0/0/0/14/0 )
· Assisting the librarians to answer reference questions as needed

The length of the internship and weekly work schedule are flexible, and interns may work from home for certain tasks of the internship. Virtual interns will also be considered. Interns are required to have a basic understanding of library functions and have taken at least one class in cataloging and reference. Interns must be motivated, possess initiative, be technologically savvy, and be able to work independently. Though welcome, previous library work experience is not required and on-the-job training will be provided as part of the internship. This internship is open only to those MLIS students seeking credit for an internship.

If you are interested, please send a resume and cover letter to Cheryl Yanek, Senior Associate Librarian at the Information Center, at cyanek@catalyst.org. In the cover letter, please address the following topics: (1) Why you want to work for Catalyst; (2) What you would like to work on/what you expect from the internship, and (3) Offer a proposed work schedule.

About Catalyst
Founded in 1962, Catalyst is the leading nonprofit corporate membership research and advisory organization working globally with businesses and the professions to build inclusive environments and expand opportunities for women and business. With offices in New York, San Jose, Toronto, and Zug, and the support and confidence of more than 340 leading corporations, firms, business schools, and associations, Catalyst is connected to business and its changing needs and is the premier resource for information and data about women in the workplace. In addition, Catalyst honors exemplary business initiatives that promote women’s leadership with the annual Catalyst Award.

NYCEDC Records Management Internship

Title of Position: Full-time Records Management Intern

Department: Records Management

Job Summary: Under direct supervision, interns will have the opportunity to work with information professionals who are dedicated to developing and maintaining all processes and procedures related to NYCEDC’s Records and Information Management Program. The internship will provide hands on experience with organizing and preserving information related to real estate transactions, bond issuances, incentive agreements, construction projects and other internal intellectual capital. The intern will perform ad-hoc projects, assist with day-to-day records and information management processes/procedures, and respond to requests for information from NYCEDC staff under the supervision of the Records Analyst(s) who are responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, data accuracy, and enforcement of NYCEDC’s Records and Information Management Program.

Key Responsibilities:
• Organize and maintain hard-copy records onsite within the NYCEDC’s records management application, including the labeling of boxes and file folders
• Process archive boxes for transfer to offsite storage facility
• Respond to employee requests for files and/or information
• Audit data entry and circulation information as needed
• Follow standard operating procedures and communicate potential efficiency enhancing ideas to the Records Manager
• Perform ad hoc projects
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in a college or university
• Internships require an applicant to receive academic credit for the internship - it is the applicant's responsibility to set up the internship with their school.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel required)
• Self Motivated
• Detail Oriented
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral

Abilities required:
• Ability to lift a 15-25 lbs. box

Availability
• Minimum 30 hours per week, flexible schedule

Apply online: http://www.nycedc.com/AboutUs/Careers/Pages/Careers.aspx

Intern, Records Management

Job Summary:
Responsible for analyzing, organizing, inventorying, and indexing NYCEDC department files. His or her mission is to assist the departments in the timely access, retrieval, storage, and maintenance of records.

Summary of essential job functions:
• Organize and maintain hard-copy records onsite within the NYCEDC’s records tracking application, including the labeling of boxes and file folders

• Process archive boxes for transfer to offsite storage. Perform document imaging when necessary

• Fulfill employee requests for files and/or information

• Audit data entry and circulation information

• Follow standard operating procedures and communicate potential efficiency enhancing ideas to senior management

Minimum requirements:
• Basic computer skills

• Keen attention to detail and good communication skills, both written and oral

• Ability to work on several projects at the same time and under pressure

Abilities required:
• Ability to lift a 25 lbs. box

About the Records Management Department:
The Records Management Department develops and implements policies and procedures to identify, retrieve, share and maintain NYCEDC’s documents, files and drawings. This ensures the security of its critical records and enables their safekeeping for disaster protection. We provide convenient access to records regarding properties NYCEDC manages and sells on behalf of the City of New York and projects in which NYCEDC is involved.

About NYCEDC:
New York City Economic Development Corporation is the City’s primary vehicle for promoting economic growth in each of the five boroughs. NYCEDC’s mission is to stimulate job growth through expansion and redevelopment programs that encourage investment, generate prosperity and strengthen the City’s competitive position. NYCEDC serves as an advocate to the business community by building relationships with companies that allow them to take advantage of New York City’s many opportunities. Additional information on NYCEDC can be found by visiting http://www.nycedc.com/

New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To Apply:
You can apply by going online to http://tbe.taleo.net/NA4/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=NYCEDC&cws=1&rid=238

InfoCurrent internship

InfoCurrent, a premier agency for information management staffing is seeking a motivated intern from a MLS program. You will have an opportunity to learn the library and records industry along with the ins and outs of staffing. This position is non-paid, but you can receive school credit, an excellent reference letter for a job well done at the end of the internship and help with your job search. This internship will give you a chance to gain insight and insider knowledge of the Information Management industry.

Hours and days are flexible between Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm.

Apply now to see first hand to see the kinds of opportunities that are available in the information industry.

Please send your resume to nylibrary@infocurrent.com

Internship in cataloging at the Anti-Defamation League

A chance to work with professionals at one of the country’s premier human relations civil rights organizations. ADL is dedicated to stopping the defamation of the Jewish people and to securing justice and fair treatment for all.
ADL’s Library, Archive and Research Center is looking for an energetic, creative MLS candidate to fill an internship position in cataloging. The position is unpaid, but we will work with your university to ensure that you receive credit toward the degree. Preference will be given to candidates with experience and/or course work in cataloging. Hours and the start and end dates for the internship will be mutually agreed upon. ADL is located in midtown Manhattan.

Projects include:

Copy and original cataloging of books, pamphlets, electronic documents and DVDs using LC classification

Design and implementation of systems for special collections

Taxonomy development

Please send your resume to Marianne Benjamin at mbenjamin@adl.org.

Internship at Catalyst, Inc.

Catalyst is seeking an MLIS student seeking credit for an unpaid internship in its Information Center (IC). The IC librarians respond daily to the requests of Catalyst members, academic and nonprofit organizations, professional associations, researchers, writers, and the media.

Because the IC provides such a variety of services to its users, interns will have the opportunity to work on various aspects of librarianship, including the following:

· Research projects regarding gender diversity in business
· Cataloging articles and reports using modified MARC formatting for the IC catalog
· Developing new/updating existing Quick Takes, a series of statistics-based overviews of topics such as women in the labor force, women of color, work/life balance, working mothers, women in various geographies, etc. (View the Quick Takes here: http://www.catalyst.org/browse/0/0/0/14/0 )
· Assisting the librarians to answer reference questions as needed

The length of the internship and weekly work schedule are flexible, and interns may work from home for certain tasks of the internship. Virtual interns will also be considered. Interns are required to have a basic understanding of library functions and have taken at least one class in cataloging and reference. Interns must be motivated, possess initiative, be technologically savvy, and be able to work independently. Though welcome, previous library work experience is not required and on-the-job training will be provided as part of the internship. This internship is open only to those MLIS students seeking credit for an internship.

If you are interested, please send a resume and cover letter to Cheryl Yanek, Senior Associate Librarian at the Information Center, at cyanek@catalyst.org. In the cover letter, please address the following topics: (1) Why you want to work for Catalyst; (2) What you would like to work on/what you expect from the internship, and (3) Offer a proposed work schedule.

About Catalyst
Founded in 1962, Catalyst is the leading nonprofit corporate membership research and advisory organization working globally with businesses and the professions to build inclusive environments and expand opportunities for women and business. With offices in New York, San Jose, Toronto, and Zug, and the support and confidence of more than 340 leading corporations, firms, business schools, and associations, Catalyst is connected to business and its changing needs and is the premier resource for information and data about women in the workplace. In addition, Catalyst honors exemplary business initiatives that promote women’s leadership with the annual Catalyst Award.

Arts Education Library Internship at Lincoln Center Institute 2010

The Arts Education Library Internship (AELI) provides experience working in the Resource Center of Lincoln Center Institute (LCI). LCI’s Resource Center has two incarnations: The Heckscher Foundation Resource Center @ Lincoln Center, which houses a specialized collection of print and media—some 10,000 reference and circulating items, and LCI’s Electronic Library, which provides staff, teaching artists, educational partners, and professional development workshop participants with access to reference databases, e-books, online journals, digital articles, and specialized lists of Web links.

Founded in 1975, LCI brings exploration of works of art from several disciplines and from a diversity of cultures into classrooms around the New York metropolitan area, across the nation, and around the world with an approach to imaginative teaching and learning through aesthetic education. During three weeks each summer, the Institute welcomes nearly 2,000 international educators, administrators, and other visitors for a series of intensive professional development courses that form the foundation of yearlong partnerships.

Additional online and in-person professional development workshops and consultancies bring LCI’s approach to educators worldwide. In more than three decades of outreach, LCI’s approach has reached over 20 million students, teachers, administrators, parents, community members, and professors of education worldwide.

The Arts Education Library Internship falls under the auspices of the Department of Resources & Technology Development. Interns will work on multiple projects from the following program areas: circulation and patron assistance; collection development; electronic library marketing; blogging; research and reporting related to new initiatives; and bibliography. Applicants must have strong research, writing, and organizational skills. Extra consideration will be given to applicants with subject knowledge in either education or the arts and those with Web development experience and proficiency with HTML.

The Arts Education Library Internship at Lincoln Center Institute is a full-time (35- hour/week) program that will take place over eight to ten weeks during the summer, from mid-May through mid-July, 2010. This is an unpaid internship open to currently-enrolled students working toward a Masters degree in Library and Iformation Science. Applicants must arrange with their university to receive either academic credit for their work with us or a letter of support for the internship. The Intern will be mentored by the professional librarian who serves as LCI’s Director of Resources & Technology Development, who will help the intern establish appropriate goals, supervise her or his work, and provide any documentation required by the student’s university. The internship would ideally take place from May 17th through July 23rd, but this is somewhat flexible if the student’s university requires a specific timeline.

There are four requirements for the internship application. Please submit a cover letter, resume, two-page writing sample, and contact information for academic or employment references. Applications received by April 9th will be considered.

Contact: Linda Miles, Lincoln Center Institute, 70 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY, 10023, tel (212) 875-5771, fax (212) 875-5539, lmiles@lincolncenter.org.

Required Skills and Technical Knowledge

o Careful attention to detail

o Effective time management

o Openness to new ideas

o Writing, editing, and proofreading skills

o Comfort with computer word processing, spreadsheets, slide
presentations, email, and Internet research

o Ability to collaborate effectively as a member of a team

o Ability to work productively toward established goals on
simultaneous projects

o Ease with public speaking

o Web-development / coding knowledge a plus

MTV internship

Time commitment: Flexible, but must take place on weekdays between 10-6. Minimum 16 hours per week, for ten week period.

Location: Midtown Manhattan

Responsibilities:-Digital archiving - involves cataloging of both photo and video material for MTV Networks archive. Video archiving includes logging, segmenting, clipping. Knowledge of broadcast media standards and terminology helpful.-Assisting with taxonomy development. Knowledge of industry cataloging standards preferred. (FRBR, EBU, Dublin Core, RDA knowledge particularly helpful).-Work with MTVN librarians on other projects as they arise.

Requirements: Student must be receiving school credit for internship hours. Position is unpaid.

Contact person: Please send resume and cover letter to Jessica Lingel - jessica.lingel@mtvstaff.com