Library - Rockwood Library Makerspace Program Internship

Company: Multnomah County
Location: Gresham
Posted on: April 6, 2026

Job Description:

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $16.30 - $30.00 Hourly Department: Library Department Job Type: Intern Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): April 09, 2026 The Opportunity: Pay Rate: $24/hour Job Type: Temporary College Intern Duration: June through September 2026 Approximate schedule: 15-25 hours/week. During the summer, our public programs are Tuesday-Saturday from 1:30-4:30pm, with occasional Monday afternoons or Tuesday evenings. Our intern will primarily be scheduled during these hours (1-5pm), with the option for additional hours (11am-1pm) if interested in a longer shift. Intern schedule is fairly flexible within these parameters: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00am - 5:00pm Work location: Rockwood Library Makerspace, 17917 SE Stark, Portland, OR 97233 TriMet Passes are available for interns taking public transit to Rockwood Library. Eligibility requirements and more details found on our College to County website. Overview: The Rockwood Library Makerspace is a collaborative learning environment at Rockwood Library with an emphasis on middle and high school learners. We offer no-cost access to cool technology (3D printers, laser cutting and engraving, sewing machines, custom t-shirt/tote bag/tumbler printing, and more), workshops and camps, adult and teen mentors, project ideas, art supplies, and a space for teens to hang out. The makerspace specializes in connecting teens’ personal passions and interests to new skills and innovative equipment to make anything possible. We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative assistant to work with staff to provide programs and support for teens in the makerspace. No previous makerspace experience required - what’s most important is that our intern feels comfortable working with diverse patrons and is excited to learn how to use makerspace equipment and software! Internship Description & Responsibilities may include: Assist staff in the Rockwood Library makerspace Support public programs for teens, adults and families Work on makerspace related projects Research creative curriculum and projects Support Rockwood staff with makerspace outreach efforts Provide culturally appropriate and responsive assistance to the diverse community that is the geographic center of Multnomah County’s Rockwood neighborhood. Learning Outcomes: Gain proficiency in using and teaching the library’s maker tools, including 3D printers, laser cuts, vinyl stickers, and more. Develop leadership and communication skills in working with the public, especially teens. Foster strong problem solving skills through hands-on co-creation with patrons. Build project management skills by co-designing and implementing creative programs. The Ideal Candidate will: Be comfortable and enthusiastic working with teens and adults in the library. Be excited about learning and using creative technologies. Have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as the ability to collaborate within a team environment. Communicate, understand, and follow written and oral instructions; ask questions if unclear. Be flexible, cooperative, and able to adapt and thrive in a changing environment. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required: Comfortable and excited about learning new creative skills. Enjoy building positive mentoring relationships with teens. Enjoy talking with people and providing information and instruction to groups and individuals. Enjoy working with technology and crafts. Open to troubleshoot technology and problem solve with staff. Ability to work and communicate effectively with people from different cultures. Ability to communicate effectively with others. About Multnomah County Library: Multnomah County Library transforms lives and is essential to the health and success of the community. We respect the past, are attentive to the present and are genuinely excited about the future. We’re a forward-looking library, engaged in and energized by the challenges and opportunities facing public libraries in the next several years. We are the oldest public library west of the Mississippi, with a history that reaches back to 1864. Today, the Central Library and 18 neighborhood libraries that make up the library system house 700 computer search stations for the public and a collection of two million books and other library materials. As Oregon's largest public library, MCL serves nearly one-fifth of the state's population with a wide variety of programs and services. To read more about us, please visit our website at www.multcolib.org . In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials. Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions? Recruiter: Yulee Kim-Whetstone Email: yulee.kimwhetstone@multco.us Phone: 1 (971) 3490804 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Job Profile: 8007 - College Intern

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