The University Library is a source of employment for approximately 300 undergraduates each year. In addition, there are some sitting positions available in special collections and branch libraries. These require students to be present at a designated location performing tasks about 50 percent of the time but with the remainder of time available for studying. Jobs typically involve a variety of duties and are in units within Firestone Library or one of the branch libraries. Some positions require students to work during day hours, Monday through Friday.
Experienced workers are usually more valuable to the library system.
Students exhibiting proficiency in their work and qualities of leadership may be promoted to supervisory positions in certain units in the library. Students who are interested in pursuing library positions are encouraged to come to the Library Human Resources Office in Firestone Library. They may also choose to approach supervisors directly in the library units where they would like to work. The athletics department offers a number of jobs to students on a seasonal basis throughout the academic year. The Informal Recreation Program in Dillon Gym hires students as equipment room workers, building monitors, security guards, clerical assistants, health fitness center workers, lifeguards, and tennis court monitors.