Position Overview:
The International Strategies Division of KU Libraries brings together the Institute for Globally Engaged Librarianship (IGEL) and International Collections (IC). The Division advances KU Libraries' international programs, partnerships, collections, and engagement with libraries, scholars, and communities around the world.
IGEL works to establish KU Libraries as a leader in international academic library collaboration, building sustainable partnerships with libraries worldwide that advance knowledge exchange, professional development, innovation, and collaborative research. IC supports the development, stewardship, discovery, and use of KU Libraries' collections from around the world.
The International Strategies Division seeks a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented graduate student to support its programs, outreach, communications, and day-to-day operations. The position will focus on IGEL programs and initiatives — including international librarian exchanges, small grants programs, public events, and partnership development — that connect KU Libraries with international library and information communities. The position may also contribute to broader projects across International Strategies, including International Collections.
Working closely with the Director of International Strategies and IGEL, the student will help plan and carry out programs, maintain web and communications content, gather background research for programs, track activities and outcomes, and support special projects. The position offers hands‑on experience in international librarianship, program development, communications, event coordination, and collaborative work in an academic library setting.
Job Description: 50% - Event Coordination & Program Execution
Help plan and organize virtual and in‑person lectures, workshops, and other events or collaborative initiatives.
Help organize and facilitate visits by international scholars, including travel, lodging, and other logistics during their time at KU Libraries.
Prepare brief post‑event summaries.
25% - Website & Newsletter Management
Draft web and email content to promote IGEL and IC programs and initiatives.
Maintain and update the IGEL and IC websites and distribute regular newsletters and other communications.
25% - Research, Tracking & Administrative Support
Participate in regular IGEL meetings and document key decisions and action items.
Track key metrics related to events and outreach.
Maintain organized records of programs, contacts, and activities.
Assist with reports, presentations, and internal documentation.
Gather background research to support programs, partnerships, funding opportunities, and meetings.
Support special projects of the International Strategies division.
Required Qualifications: KU graduate student in good academic standing.
Professional experience which required excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail, as evidenced by application materials.
Excellent written communication skills, as evidenced by application materials.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks, as evidenced by application materials.
Experience editing and updating content on websites, as evidenced by application materials.
Experience conducting research or gathering background information for projects or programs, as evidenced by application materials.
Experience in international collaboration, libraries, or higher education, as evidenced by application materials.
Experience with event coordination or program support, as evidenced by application materials.
Professional experience which required self‑direction and proactivity in managing projects and tasks, as evidenced by application materials.
Position Requirements:
During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre‑enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
This is an hourly/non‑exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non‑exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications and how this position will further your career goals; please also confirm your availability during the proposed appointment period.
Current resume.
Contact Information to Applicants
Brian Rosenblum
brianrosenblum@ku.edu
785-864-8883
Advertised Salary Range
$20.50 per hour
Anticipated Start Date
Monday November 2, 2026
