The Edmon Low Library Creative Studios is seeking a creative, dependable, and enthusiastic student intern to assist with patron instruction, creative technologies, and studio operations. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with library faculty, staff, and students to provide hands-on training in traditional and digital fabrication, multimedia production, and simulation technologies.

The Creative Studios Intern will work approximately 15 hours per week during the academic semester. This position offers flexible scheduling around the intern's academic commitments, including opportunities to independently coordinate occasional evening and weekend training sessions to accommodate patron availability.

Employment is on a semester-by-semester basis. Continued employment is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance. This position is not eligible for academic credit toward any major.

What You'll Do

The Creative Studios Intern will assist in supporting the library's Heritage Arts Studios, Podcasting Studio(s), Flight Simulation Studio, and other creative technology services.

Responsibilities include:
•    Conduct individual training sessions and competency assessments for patrons using sewing machines, sergers, coverstitch machines, embroidery machines, vinyl cutters, and fiber arts equipment.
•    Assist patrons with podcast recording equipment, audio production software, and basic recording techniques.
•    Introduce patrons to flight simulation and UAV flight simulation technologies.
•    Independently coordinate and schedule patron training appointments, including occasional evenings and weekends.
•    Develop and maintain instructional materials, equipment guides, and training resources.
•    Assist with routine equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and studio organization.
•    Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students on creative projects and emerging applications of studio technologies.
•    Participate in workshops, demonstrations, and library outreach activities.
•    Maintain safe, organized, and welcoming studio environments while following established policies and procedures.

Training on specialized equipment and studio procedures will be provided. Following training and demonstrated proficiency, the intern will be expected to conduct instructional sessions independently.

Required Qualifications

•    Must be currently enrolled at Oklahoma State University; all academic majors will be considered.
•    Interest in creative technologies, hands-on fabrication, digital media, or instructional support.
•    Basic familiarity with at least one creative discipline, such as sewing, textile arts, crafting, audio production, or computer-based technologies.
•    Strong communication and customer service skills.
•    Ability to work independently, manage appointments, and handle multiple responsibilities.
•    Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
•    Willingness to learn unfamiliar equipment, software, and technical procedures.
•    Ability to maintain professional conduct in a collaborative environment, accept constructive feedback, and exercise sound judgment.

Desired Qualifications

•    Academic background or interest in design, education, apparel design, textile arts, multimedia production, engineering, or related disciplines.
•    Experience with sewing, embroidery, fiber arts, or electronic cutting equipment.
•    Familiarity with digital design applications or embroidery software.
•    Experience with podcast production, audio recording equipment, or editing software such as Adobe Audition & Premiere or Audacity & OBS Studio.
•    Interest or experience in aviation, flight simulation, or UAV technologies.
•    Previous experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or providing technical instruction.
•    Enthusiasm for exploring new technologies and sharing knowledge with others.

Required Documents

Applications that do not include all required documents will not be considered.

• Resume
• Letter of interest