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Jazelle Foss

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic Library Intern at Hire Houston Youth with a proven track record in enhancing user experience through effective outreach initiatives and creative displays. Skilled in reader's advisory and committed to maintaining an organized environment, I excel in teamwork and customer service, ensuring patrons receive exceptional support and resources.

Developed strong organizational and research skills in library environment, now seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrated ability in cataloging, data entry, and information management, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Looking to apply these transferrable skills in collaborative and innovative setting.

Positive, organized, and dependable individual with passion for fostering love of reading and learning. Possesses foundational knowledge of cataloging systems and digital resources, along with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Committed to enhancing library users' experiences and supporting community literacy initiatives.

Work History

Library Intern

Hire Houston Youth
05.2018 - 05.2018
  • Assisted patrons with research inquiries, guiding them to appropriate resources and materials.
  • Enhanced library user experience by providing efficient and friendly customer service.
  • Facilitated technology workshops for patrons, teaching essential digital skills such as online research methods and database navigation.
  • Created visually appealing displays showcasing featured books or highlighting specific genres/themes within the collection.
  • Organized returned books and materials and assisted with shelving.
  • Improved library organization by accurately shelving books and other materials according to the Library of Congress Classification system.
  • Assisted library staff with clerical duties to help lighten workload.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment by performing regular cleaning tasks, contributing to a positive atmosphere for patrons.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient library environment through regular sorting, shelving, and labeling of materials.
  • Greeted visitors, answered questions, and made book recommendations across subjects and genres.
  • Performed basic book reshelving and obtained items from book drop.
  • Conducted circulation and shelving duties, maintaining orderly, organized displays.

Education

Associate of Arts - Digital Communications And Media

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
07-2025

Skills

  • Outreach initiatives
  • Collection development
  • Budget planning
  • Website maintenance
  • Shelving materials
  • Reader's advisory
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Shelving accuracy
  • Educational programming
  • Library outreach
  • Inventory maintenance
  • Shelf reading
  • Library event planning
  • Creative displays
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Shelving books
  • Shelving items
  • Sorting materials

Timeline

Library Intern

Hire Houston Youth
05.2018 - 05.2018

Associate of Arts - Digital Communications And Media

Houston Community College
Jazelle Foss