Joliet Public Library?s Digital Media Studio (DMS) will honor the memory of the Studio?s well-loved Manager, Joshua James Phillips. Josh passed away too young on January 18, 2026. He was a force of positive, creative energy in the DMS, around the Library, and across the community. To pay respect and to provide a legacy, the Board of Trustees approves an annual Digital Media Studio internship at their regular Meeting on April 16, 2026. This part-time (up to 20-hours a week) internship will run each fall semester, September through December, and current students of Joliet Junior College and the University of St. Francis will be eligible.

INTERNSHIP DUTIES

? Assist and train patrons in using all available equipment and services. ? Enforce the Library?s policies concerning the use of the Digital Media Studio. ? Assist with staffing the Digital Media Studio information desk. ? Assist with programming opportunities. ? Attend staff meetings. ? Help with implementing programs. ? Compile materials, supplies, and resources for programs. ? Design and prepare displays. ? Answer telephone calls in a courteous and helpful manner. ? Track and report specified statistics.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR DIGITAL MEDIA STUDIO INTERNS

? Use available tutorials, manuals, and other materials to increase knowledge of available technology. ? Maintain equipment by following defined maintenance and housekeeping procedures as well as troubleshoot and report basic equipment failures and problems. ? Execute opening and closing procedures and report major issues to the appropriate staff person. ? Other duties as assigned.