Audience
Attendees
Number of facilitators
Level
Preparation
Activity
Description
An immersive and welcoming job shadowing experience that introduces migrant youth to the inner workings of a public library. Participants will gain hands-on exposure to the diverse roles of library professionals while exploring how libraries serve as hubs of learning, digital access, and community belonging.
Objectives
• Introduce participants to the full scope of librarian roles (beyond “checking out books”)
• Build awareness of how libraries support literacy, inclusion, tech access, and community engagement
• Provide hands-on, observational experience in a living workplace setting
Worked skills
• Communication and active listening
• Community service awareness
• Digital navigation
• Creativity and teamwork
• Cultural awareness
Prerequisites for the audience
• Basic curiosity about community service or public jobs
• Conversational level in the host country language (with accommodations as needed)
• Signed permission forms if under 18
Equipment
• Name tags
• Book display supplies (signs, props, decorations)
• Certificates of participation (optional)
Content used
• Optional: “Librarian Bingo” or activity checklist
• Volunteer/internship info sheets (if available)
• Orientation materials or printed activity sheets
• Feedback cards or journals