Reference Services

Try reference public service, children's programming, or a project supporting these departments. Orientation and training are provided for all practicums in the branch or department where the practicum takes place. Students may attend, if appropriate and possible, the Fairfax County Public Library staff training modules.

Technology

Plan/present programs/tutorials on the latest Internet features, including the Library's catalog and databases, at a branch convenient to you. The Technology Labs at Woodrow Wilson Library (Baileys Crossroads) and Sherwood Regional Library (Alexandria) also offer an opportunity to assist immigrants and low-income families with a broad spectrum of computer-based library resources, including Microsoft Office. All branches have CCTV and Zoomtext, and interns can learn these technologies and introduce the Internet and online Library services to visually impaired patrons via adapted workstations.

Outreach to English Language Learners

Plan and organize an English Conversation group where people from various ethnic backrooms can meet over lunch or snacks to practice English, share information and experiences, and learn about Library resources and services. Prepare handouts of English tips and samples of foreign language and ESL materials that the Library owns. Facilitate weekly discussion. Evaluate the progress/impact of the project at the end of the semester.

Grants Development

Work with Associate Director Vera Fessler and a team of staff, volunteers, and community partners to research and write a proposal for a multicultural or multigenerational Library program for the public.