Media and information services
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Overview
What are you doing as part of your apprenticeship as a Media and Information Services Specialist at the University of Kassel?
Information Gathering and Indexing
“Knowledge is power”—for you, this is a saying to be taken seriously. You’re not content with just the usual news; you’re constantly on the lookout for more information. You’re also already very knowledgeable about the media industry. For someone as eager to learn as you are, training to become a Media and Information Services Specialist is the perfect fit.
As a media and information services specialist, you’ll gather information, organize it systematically, and prepare it in a way that’s user-friendly.
Depending on the specialization you choose, specific tasks will naturally be added to your responsibilities. In the library department, your responsibilities will include helping to build and maintain library collections. Advising customers and procuring media will also be part of your job. During your training, you’ll get to know every department.
Acquiring and Cataloging Media
At the University Library of Kassel, you’ll primarily handle academic literature in the acquisitions department. You’ll prepare this academic literature for faculty and students by learning the individual steps—from acquisition to placing the item on the shelf or adding the link to the electronic resource in the cataloging system. When cataloging, you’ll work according to an international set of rules, for which you’ll receive extensive training.
Educate and Inform
In the reference desk, you’ll get to know the collection much better and become familiar with the classification systems and cataloging methods. You’ll also learn how to interact professionally with patrons as you answer library-specific questions and provide information at the service desk. In addition, you’ll participate in database training sessions and library tours.
Image: Kassel University LibraryAt a Glance
How does the training program work?
This career is a good fit for you if you...
- you're passionate about books and other forms of media.
- enjoy working with computers and people alike.
- feel at home in libraries.
Here are the benefits for you
Collective Bargaining Wage (TVA-H BBiG)
30 days of vacation
Regular working hours
Free public transportation throughout the state of Hesse
Free continuing education and language courses
Super affordable sports and fitness (starting at €2.50/month)
Meals at student prices, library, cafés
University education
Good opportunities for permanent employment and career advancement
Secure career prospects in the public sector
Frequently Asked Questions About Training
To apply for an apprenticeship with us, you need:
a technical college entrance qualification or a general college entrance qualification
good academic performance in German and English
strong IT skills and an interest in administrative and organizational tasks
You also bring the following to the table:
- Strong reading comprehension and good verbal communication skills
- An interest in working with people and a strong service orientation
- Successful completion of internships or work experience in libraries, archives, bookstores, or publishing houses
- Experience working with digital media, databases, or content management systems
Interest in current topics such as digitization, open science, or artificial intelligence
A monthly training allowance is paid in accordance with Section 8(1) of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for Trainees in the State of Hesse (TVA-H BBiG). This currently amounts to
- 1,356.85 EUR in the first year of training
- 1,481.43 EUR in the second year of training
- 1,461.51 EUR in the third year of training
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As a media and information services specialist, you gather information, organize it systematically, and prepare it in a way that is user-friendly.
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Contact
| Name, Forename | Contact | |
|---|---|---|
| Seifert, Udo Universitätsbibliothek | Telephone +49 561 804-2132 |