Student Employment in the Library

Work at the Library

Build Skills. Gain Experience. Get Paid.

Looking for a campus job that actually builds your résumé?

At the University Library, you’ll gain real-world experience that prepares you for future careers — while earning money to support your education. Our student employees develop:

Time management skills
Professional communication
Leadership experience
Workplace confidence
Transferable career skills

Plus, you’ll be part of a team that connects students to the resources they need to succeed.

Student employee checks out a charger to a patron

Now Hiring?

Library job openings are posted throughout the year on Handshake, Cal Poly Humboldt’s career platform.

We welcome Work-study students, non work-study students, international students and students with or without library experience. If you’re motivated and ready to learn, we want to hear from you.

Where Could You Work?

Library student employees work across many specialized areas, including:

Access Services
Administration
Cataloging
Government Documents
Hall of Simulation
Interlibrary Loan
Periodicals
Publishing
Reference
SkillShops
Special Collections

There’s something for everyone, whether you love research, organization, technology, public service, or behind-the-scenes work.

How to Apply

Step 1: Apply through Handshake to view current openings.

You may also submit the following documents to the Library Administration Office (Room L108):

Student Employee Application & Schedule (PDF)
Résumé (including three references)

Need help with your résumé? Visit the Writing Studio for support.

Grow While You Work

SkillShops & Professional Development

We encourage all student employees to participate in SkillShops — 50-minute drop-in workshops designed to build valuable academic and professional skills. Learn more on our LibGuide.

For more information about student employment, contact Jessica Welch, Organizational Development & Engagement Coordinator in person at the Cal Poly Humboldt Library Administration Office (Library Room 108) or by phone at (707) 826-3441.

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