Librarian Internship provides current and recently-graduated Library & Information Science students with hands-on experience in hospital librarianship.
Interns will receive training and support from a librarian in order to assist patients and staff. Additionally, interns will work in collaboration with their supervisor to conduct a project depending on their area of expertise and interest and the needs of the Centre.
The Internship Program 2023
You would work in the Patient & Family Resource Centre, Wilson site. The Centre provides information services for patients, family members and staff.
Areas of work
Gain work experience in and knowledge of:
- Databases searching skills and training
- Implementing the new library online catalogue
- Promoting library’s products and services to patients and staff
- Creating digital displays on disease prevention
Eligibility
Must be currently enrolled in a Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent program.
Have an interest in Consumer information / Medical library
Possess good interpersonal skills
How to apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume to the PFRC Coordinator at pfrc@hrh.ca .
Submit your cover letter and resume as a single document (preferably PDF)
Your cover letter should include how you meet the required qualifications for the internship, as well as any preferred qualifications as applicable. Please also indicate in your cover letter which semester you wish to be considered for winter 2023, fall 2023, spring 2023, or summer 2023.
We expect to notify successful applicants in early March and unsuccessful applicants in mid-March.
*Please note this is an UNPAID Internship, approximately 10 hours per week.
Humber River Hospital
Patient & Family Resource Centre
1235 Wilson Ave.,
Toronto, ON M3M 0B2
E-mail: pfrc@hrh.ca
Phone: (416) 242-1000 x81201
