ILA Annual Conference Internship Program
May 30, 2024
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The 2024 ILA Annual Conference “Libraries Are Lit: Sparking Innovation and Imagination” brings together library professionals in Illinois for a chance to connect, network, and learn together.
ILA is seeking interns for the conference, which will be held at the Peoria Civic Center, October 8-10. Conference interns will complete at least four hours of work, as assigned prior to the conference and in accordance with the conditions and benefits of the ILA Annual Conference Internship Program outlined on the application.
If you have any questions about the program or the application, please contact ILA Communications and Engagement Manager Tamara Jenkins at tjenkins@ila.org.
The eligibility requirements for the ILA Annual Conference Internship Program include:
- Applicants must be students (full or part-time) in a Library/Information Science program at a school in Illinois or a 2024 graduate from a Library/Information Science program in Illinois
- Students may be in a graduate program or working towards LTA certification
- Applicants must be able to attend at least one day of the conference, October 8-10, 2024
- Completed applications must be received no later than August 16, 2024
Benefits of the ILA Annual Conference Internship Program include:
- Waived full conference registration
- Formal recognition at the conference
- An opportunity to network with colleagues, develop professional contacts, and experience the conference in a unique way
Assignments include:
- Help Desk Assistant
- Event Check-in and Assistance
- Exbitior Check-In Assistance
- Awards Luncheon* (Setup and Check-In)
- IACRL Luncheon* (Setup and Check-In)
- Youth Services Forum Author Breakfast* (Setup and Check-In)
- Conference Runner (help with signage and any additional duties assigned by the ILA Conference and Continuing Education Program Manager)
Assignments will be made based on the needs of the conference. Applicants will be notified of their status by September 2, 2024. **The conference cannot provide housing or cover the cost of transportation for interns. **
If you have any questions, please contact ILA Communications and Engagement Manager Tamara Jenkins at tjenkins@ila.org.
* If assigned to help at a luncheon, the Awards Luncheon or the IACRL Luncheon, lunch will be provided.
* If assigned to help at the Youth Services Forum Breakfast, access to complimentary breakfast will be available.
Please note: Lunch is included with registration on Wednesday and Thursday.
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