Teaching & Learning Intern, Duke Library

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Teaching & Learning Intern

Job Title/Code: Library Intern/0059 

Department: Research and Public Services 

Supervisors: Teaching & Learning Strategist FLSA Status: Nonexempt

FTE: 0.375/15 hrs./week Term: 1/2/25-5/15/25

Position Summary

The Teaching & Learning Intern provides support for teaching and learning initiatives in the Duke University Libraries and works with staff across the Libraries to help reimagine teaching and learning programs to support undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty instructors. They will gain classroom and project management experience, learn about teaching innovations to support the intellectual growth of a wide variety of learners, and develop professional skills and competencies relevant to the field of teaching, critical thinking, and program development.

This internship offers a student the chance to experience the range of Teaching & Learning activities. While these activities may be of particular interest to students pursuing a library career in public services, these skills also benefit people looking for other careers in libraries, from outreach to technology positions.

Responsibilities

• Participates in teaching and learning activities across the Libraries (e.g., with staff in Research and Public Services, Rubenstein Library, ScholarWorks, and CDVS) to help create lesson plans, learning outcomes, learning modules, or research guides for specific courses, programs, or initiatives.
• Promotes teaching and learning services through special programs, blog posts, and resource guides.
• Investigates the implications of generative AI for undergraduate learning and research behavior and recommends strategies for integrating best practices that can be integrated into Writing 101 library instruction.
• Assesses current offerings and recommends instructional workshops to increase outreach to graduate students and early career research fellows.
• Assists subject librarians with library instruction that aligns with the new undergraduate curriculum, supports student success, and fosters critical thinking skills.
• Integrates resources and authors that reflect diverse backgrounds into Writing 101 instruction to encourage learners to identify, evaluate, and apply different points of view.
• Designs and helps implement outreach connected to the QuadEx residential program.
• Supports Research and Public Services operations and special projects, possibly including service desk coverage, chat, and email.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Learning Objectives

• Participates in the Libraries’ teaching and learning initiatives to improve teaching, research, and project management skills.
• Practices critical pedagogy skills in Writing 101 instruction to demonstrate liberatory and anti-oppressive teaching methods.
• Participates in DUL events and meetings to build personal cultural competences,

anti-racist attitudes, and teaching and learning skills, and contributes to and enhances teaching and learning at Duke University Libraries and the profession at large.

• Assesses new initiatives developed by staff in DUL’s teaching and learning programs to increase teaching competencies that promote student success.
• Analyzes emerging technologies and recommends how to best integrate them into teaching and learning activities in order to stay abreast of new tools and how they can be used ethically and equitably in research and teaching.

Qualifications

It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position responsibilities. These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem solving, continuous learning, and a commitment to creating a culture of inclusion that values and respects diversity of perspective, background, and experience.

Education

Required: A successful applicant must have completed a bachelor’s degree and must currently be enrolled in or be a recent graduate from an accredited advanced degree program.

Experience

Required: Good communication and presentation skills; flexibility; demonstrated ability to take initiative and work in a team environment; willingness to speak to diverse groups; desire and interest to work with undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and library staff; and a strong public service orientation.

Preferred: Demonstrated interest in or past experience with teaching in an academic environment, training, and/or outreach; interest in working with underrepresented and diverse student groups; commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Occasionally works in an environment in which exposure to materials containing dust and mold is possible.
• Occasionally moves library materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Much of the work of the internship will occur on-campus but remote work may be possible, subject to the specific prioritized projects.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. This description is subject to change at any time.

Hiring Rate

$18.00 per hour. The position is not eligible for University fringe benefits or moving, housing, or relocation expenses.

Hours

This internship is a temporary, part-time position available for up to 15 hours per week. Hours are flexible within a M-F, 8:30-5:00 work week, but interns are expected to set and maintain a consistent schedule. This internship will be working onsite at Duke University Libraries. Must work from inside North Carolina.

Environment

Since its founding in 1924, Duke University has grown into one of the most prestigious private universities in the world and its medical center ranks annually among the top in the nation. The Duke University Libraries are the shared center of the university’s intellectual life, connecting people and ideas. The Libraries consist of the William R. Perkins Library and its branches: Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Lilly, and Music and the library at the Duke Marine Laboratory in Beaufort. Duke’s library holdings of 6.1 million volumes are among the largest of private universities in the United States.

Duke is a diverse community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness, and respect for all people. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. We believe that when we understand, celebrate, and tap into our uniqueness to creatively solve problems and address shared goals, our possibilities are limitless. Duke University Libraries value diversity of thought, perspective, experience, and background and are actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect.

Duke’s hometown is Durham, North Carolina, a city with vibrant research, medical and arts communities, and numerous shops, restaurants and theaters. Durham is located in the Research Triangle, a growing metropolitan area of more than one million people that provides a wide range of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The Triangle is conveniently located just a few hours from the mountains and the coast, offers a moderate climate, and has been ranked among the best places to live and to do business.

Application

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. An electronic resume, cover letter, and list of 3 references should be submitted at: https://careers.duke.edu/. Search for requisition ID #252717 . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree and must currently be enrolled in or a graduate program from an accredited advanced degree program.

Experience

None required. 

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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