Abstract
Library internships can be valuable learning opportunities for undergraduate students and excellent examples of the rich learning environment of college and university campuses. This article examines undergraduate academic library internships through the lens of an internship for music majors and discusses ways to create engaging, high-impact educational experiences that complement traditional academic settings and programs. Examples are taken from the internship programs in music, reference, and special collections and include former interns' reflections on the life-changing nature of their experiences.
Highlights
The development of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) has spurred debate about the merits of online versus residential higher education
Critics of MOOCs often point to the value of campus-based learning environments and the educational opportunities inherent in residential academic settings
Undergraduate internships in academic libraries are excellent examples of this type of environment. These internships take place outside of the classroom, students can have meaningful educational experiences that have a profound impact on their post-graduate lives and careers
Summary
Library internships can be valuable learning opportunities for undergraduate students and excellent examples of the rich learning environment of college and university campuses. This article examines undergraduate academic library internships through the lens of an internship for music majors and discusses ways to create engaging, high-impact educational experiences that complement traditional academic settings and programs. Examples are taken from internship programs in music, reference, and special collections and include former interns’ reflections on the life-changing nature of their experiences
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