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dreamBIG Summer Internships 2019

Dates: 7/9/2019 - 8/9/2019

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Introducing dreamBIG Summer Internships 

This July, Queens Public Library introduces the dreamBIG Summer Internship Program.

dreamBIG Summer Internships link your personal and professional skills and experiences to projects designed to expand and strengthen understanding of the non-profit sector; and demonstrate the inner-workings of a large scale public institution serving 2.3 million people across 70 locations in Queens.

Internship projects vary from year to year but may focus on projects within areas such as:
 
  • Community Outreach and Evaluation
  • Fundraising
  • Information Technology and Instruction
  • Market Research and Data Analysis
  • Web Design
This is an ideal opportunity for college students and graduate students, working and retired professionals to apply, strengthen and expand your skills and interests.
 

VIEW PROJECTS

mINimum Qualifications
You must be at least 21 years old to apply; possess a high school diploma or equivalent; and demonstrate skills or previous work experience related to the specific project area that you have applied for.
 

INTERNSHIP PERIOD

The Queens Public Library dreamBIG Program runs for five (5) weeks starting July 9, 2019 through August 9, 2019. 

Interns are expected to complete fifteen hours per week and attend two professional development workshops during the summer.
 

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates must complete the following steps:

If applying to ONE position:
 
  1. Review the Job Description and Qualifications
  2. Click the Express Interest button to apply
  3. Complete the Registration form to create an online account
  4. You will receive a confirmation once the account is setup
If applying for TWO OR MORE positions:
 
  1. Complete the steps to apply for one position
  2. Once you have setup your account, log into your account
  3. Search and review additional internship positions
  4. Click the Express Interest button to apply
  5. You will not be required to complete the registration form and will receive a confirmation for each position you have applied for
Applicants must:
 
  • Submit all required documents including a current Resume and Cover Letter (You will receive a notice regarding mandatory items)
  • Complete a personal interview 
  • Complete all mandatory screenings and workshops 
 

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

May 10th Applications Due
May 13th through May 27th Interview Period
May 31st Candidates Notified of Decisions
June 5th  Deadline to Accept Offers
July 9th Orientation - First Day


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