JULIAN AXELROD
Chicago,IL
Summary
Graduate student earning a Master's degree in Library and Information Science with a focus in Archives and Records Management. Developed strong organizational and communication skills in collaborative and fast-paced environments. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and contribute to team objectives. Seeking full-time work of all kinds and internship opportunities within the library field.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Assistant
Cornerstone Research
Chicago, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Helped oversee the daily office functions of a legal research firm
- Restocked beverages, snacks, printer and office supplies for three floors
- Placed weekly food, drink and supplies orders averaging $1-2k
- Assisted the Information Resources team with short- and long-term library organization projects
Conference Intern
Illinois Library Association
Rosemont, IL
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted 881 conference guests with check-in and registration
- Coordinated meal and event setup for all three days of the conference
- Aided with talks and presentations
Reader Advisory Reviewer
American Library Association
Chicago, IL
06.2025 - Current
- Reviewed 3-7 Young Adult publications per month for the ALA's Books for Youth section, with a focus on romance, science fiction and LGBTQIA+ titles
- Analyzed titles through the lens of diversity and age appropriate content
- Evaluated content quality and adherence to guidelines, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
Education
MA - Library and Information Sciences
CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY
Chicago, IL12-2026
BA - Television Writing And Producing
COLUMBIA COLLEGE CHICAGO
Chicago, IL05.2017
Skills
- Library Science
- Writing/Editing
- Facilities Management
- Food Service Management
- Data entry
- Database maintenance
Timeline
Conference Intern
Illinois Library Association
10.2025 - 10.2025
Reader Advisory Reviewer
American Library Association
06.2025 - Current
Facilities Assistant
Cornerstone Research
08.2024 - Current
MA - Library and Information Sciences
CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY
BA - Television Writing And Producing
COLUMBIA COLLEGE CHICAGO