Intern Librarian – Classification & Cataloguing (YCW)

The Inuit Circumpolar Council Canada is hiring an Intern Librarian, Classification and Cataloguing, through the Young Canada Works program (YCW). Under the supervision of the Archivist, the Intern Librarian will learn how to bring together European/colonial librarianship theories and practices with Inuit knowledge traditions and specific cultural information needs, while gaining valuable experience working with a small, specialized library collection. They will also learn about the day-to-day workings of a multi-national non-governmental organization, and the challenges and successes of a small cultural heritage repository, by working alongside the ICC Canada staff and through participation in meetings with staff, library users, and stakeholders.

The Intern Librarian’s tasks include, but are not limited to:

– Create a classification scheme for the ICC Canada Archives Library, based on the Brian Deer Classification System (BDCS) for Indigenous collections;
– Implement the designed classification system in the ICC Canada Archives Library by assigning class marks to each item in the library, physically labeling each item, and re-shelving the entire collection;
– Enhance metadata (especially subject headings) in library catalogue records;
– Create 1 short research guide to the ICC Canada Archives Library for use by staff and external researchers, which will be published on the ICC Canada Archives website;
– Assist with social media content (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube) that highlight the ICC Canada Archives’ holdings;
– Answer reference questions from ICC Canada staff, external users, and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications – Knowledge and skills:

– Must meet all Young Canada Works criteria;
– Familiarity with English-language cataloguing and classification schemes (RDA, LCSH, AACR2, BDCS, etc.);
– Ability to work independently, as well as cooperatively;
– Superb organizational skills and attention to detail;
– Flexible in handing a variety of concurrent tasks, with solid time management abilities;
– Strong research skills, and the ability to synthesize information gathered through research;
– Excellent oral and written communication skills in English;
– Ability to create written materials for online publication;
– Strong computer skills in Microsoft 365;
– Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality;
– Comfortable interacting with individuals outside of your organization;
– Some knowledge and understanding of Inuit culture, traditions, and issues.

Desired Qualifications – Knowledge and skills:

– Knowledge of written and/or spoken Inuktut;
– Familiarity with FileMaker Pro;
– Experience with cataloguing library materials.

Education:

– By May 2024, completion all degree requirements for an undergraduate degree or college diploma from an accredited institution in a heritage-related field (preferred: information management/library sciences, archival studies, or Indigenous studies);
– PREFERRED: by May 2024, completion of all degree requirements for an ALA-accredited Master’s degree, with library-specific courses (i.e. Master of Information, Master of Library and Information Studies, etc.).