A Local Library Intern

Location:

Arcata, CA, 95521

Posted:

April 23, 2024

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Resume:

Scott Peifer

Arcata, CA 530-***-**** ********@*****.***

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, December 2023

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, Arcata, CA Associate of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2019 Sacramento City College, CA

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Library Intern September 2023 to December 2023

University Library, Cal Poly Humboldt

● Developed skills in using systems through skills shops like Zotero, using a website database to find funding grants, and learning to use InDesign.

● Carried out making and setting up an online guide for ASA citation style and worked on the Science Fiction Collection webpage for Cal Poly Humboldt Library Special Collections.

● Participated in the marketing and outreach committee, which serves to improve access to library resources by being part of things like Spring Preview. Special Collections Student Assistant 2022 to December 2023 University Library, Cal Poly Humboldt

● Managed a transcription project and created a collection guide using Google Sheets for Humboldt history researchers.

● Cataloged Science Fiction Collections using the library management system ALMA.

● Designed and installed an exhibit about a local infrastructure project to inform/develop knowledge of the project.

● Maintained a detailed account of library books and collections to assist patrons better.

● Train visitors on the use of archival material in research. Docent 2015 – 2021

U.S. Bike Hall of Fame, Davis, CA

● Presented an overview of museum exhibits and history and answered questions about exhibits. Managed sales in the museum gift shop. Carried out opening and secured museum property at close. Maintained exhibits and space through light cleaning.

● Supported other staff in coordinating special events for 20-25 people. OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Team Member 2019- 2021

Goodwill, Davis, CA

● Helped customers find the right items.

● Ensured store was well-maintained and clean at opening and after closing. When ringing up customers' items, confirm the total amount is correct and thank the customer for shopping at Goodwill.

● Stocked the Z racks of clothes in the area where items were wanted on the sales floor. Front Counter Crew Member 2017-2019

McDonald's, Davis, CA,

● Ensured that customers' orders were correct and filled orders out to customers promptly. Confirm with other coworkers and managers that McDonald's was well-maintained and clean at opening and after closing.

● I would walk around daily to pick up trash left in the parking lot and drive through to keep the environment clean and welcoming.

● I would help unload the truck promptly and safely, following company standards. REFERENCES

Bob Bowen

Board Member

U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame

Davis, CA 95616

cell: 530-***-****

******@******.***

Sarah Godin

Archivist and Digital Publishing Specialist

Cal Poly Humboldt Library

Arcata, CA 95521