The Center for Fiction seeks currently enrolled library school students for an onsite internship for Fall 2025 in Downtown Brooklyn.

Description Details: Reports directly to the Head Librarian and assists in the maintenance of the library’s collection. Length of internship can be for one or two semesters. A minimum of 10 hours per week is required.

Tasks will include:

Cataloging materials (both original and copy)

Assisting in the weeding of onsite collection, including evaluation of materials and research of authors

Performing circulation tasks including check out, check in, and processing hold requests

Communicating with Center for Fiction members regarding library matters

Skills: Attention to detail, knowledge of and/or curiosity about special library collections, excellent verbal and written communication, able to juggle priorities, able to work independently on assigned tasks and work collaboratively with others, proficiency in Google apps, basic Zoom experience.

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship but can be used for credit in an MLS degree program. Interns receive complimentary membership (a $180 value) to the Center and discounts on writing workshops, reading groups and events. Interested applicants should attach a resume and include a brief letter of introduction in the body of the email to allison@centerforfiction.org.