Teen Intern - We are currently hiring for a 6-month internship that will start as soon as possible in October or early November 2026 with the exact start date dependent on how quickly the successful candidate gets their paperwork in order. The deadline to apply is September 21, 2026.
We are a vibrant library and community center for the towns of Becket and Washington. We have adult and youth programming, book clubs, and a varied selection of books, DVDs, magazines, music, games, museum passes, and more for loan. We are currently staffed by 4 professionals. Interning at the Becket Athenaeum is often a young person’s first job and we intend to teach skills that will be helpful in their future employment.
Intern tasks may include, but are not limited to:
check-in/out and shelve items
library-wide projects
assist with elementary after-school program
assist with children’s storytime
The Intern will be paid $15 per hour. The shifts will be Wednesdays & Thursdays after school for 2 hours (approximately 3:15 to 5:15) and Saturdays from 10am to 12pm beginning in October or early November of 2026 and will continue for 6 months from the start date. Computer proficiency required (both Mac and PC) and familiarity with, or ability to learn Google Suite.
A Massachusetts youth employment permit is required for anyone ages 14 to 17. The permit application requires a doctor’s signature based on a recent exam for 14 and 15 year-olds. Applicants younger than 14 will be considered for an Internship Trainee position which is paid an hourly stipend of $13/hr.
For additional information on this position, please contact:
Faith Bailey, Head of Circulation
Phone: 413-623-5483
Email
We seek diversity of skill, perspective, and background in our interns. All teenagers are welcome to apply! A current or past intern may apply for any session. Please complete the online application by September 21. Interviews will be conducted in the following week.