Summer Teen Intern Tpt

Position: SUMMER TEEN INTERN TPT
The St. Louis Public Library is seeking two paid Teen Interns for a 10-week behind-the-scenes look at library operations. Interns will assist with promoting and executing STL Summer Adventure, support summer youth programs, and explore different departments within the library system.

Our ideal intern is someone who has volunteered at a library before and is eager to work alongside staff to learn about the library and support youth programs.

In this role you will:

• Work closely with the Teen Services Coordinator and Youth Services staff to develop new ways to engage teens with STL Summer Adventure.
• Provide support for special events, including setup, cleanup, promoting STL Summer Adventure and interacting with customers.
• Assist with youth programs throughout the system.
• Participate in professional development by meeting with different library departments and learning about career opportunities.
• Provide a final recap and presentation of their internship experience.

You will need to be:

• 16 - 18 years old
• Committed to serving St. Louis Public Library's diverse customer base and developing your own cultural awareness.
• Friendly, outgoing, and able to work with youth of all ages.
• Comfortable working with other interns and staff.

You will need to have:

• A desire to work with young people and learn about Library operations.
• Preferred experience volunteering at a library.

Schedule

• The Teen Internship will be June 1, 2026 through August 7th, 2026.
• Interns will work Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00am - 3:30pm
• Occasional evening and weekend opportunities will be available.

Starting Pay

• $15.00 per hour

About St. Louis Public Library:

St. Louis Public Library is a true urban library, representing the historic center of the St. Louis region: the City of St. Louis. With its roots in the mid-1800s, St. Louis Public Library has a long history of innovation and service, a large and historic collection including rare books and extensive special collections, and a diverse and dedicated staff. Our technology is a major resource throughout the City and beyond, and the Library makes an enormous investment in technology annually to keep them state of the art.

We operate 15 locations in a relatively small city of 61 square miles. These range from the magnificent Central Library - one of the world's great public libraries - to regional and neighborhood libraries that vary in size and design but are centerpieces in their communities. St. Louis was an early, passionate supporter of library services to children, and that remains a core value and mission.

Outreach into our varied communities, marketing the Library's remarkable strengths, and working with civic and cultural partners to benefit St. Louisans are all closely held values and goals at the Library.

To apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit slpl.org/employment and submit your resume with your application. If you need assistance creating a resume or submitting your application, visit a St. Louis Public Library location for support. Thank you!