Award for Internship Excellence
The Award for Internship Excellence from SCELC honors library science students for impactful internships that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in librarianship.
Funder: Statewide California Electronic Library Consortium
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications reviewed up to 30 days before next Board meeting)
Funding Amounts: Several awards of $1,000 each, disbursed annually; direct payment to awardees.
Summary: Recognizes outstanding library science students for distinguished internships at SCELC member institutions, with a focus on advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and access.
Description
The Award for Internship Excellence is designed to honor graduate library science students who have demonstrated exceptional achievement during internships at Statewide California Electronic Library Consortium (SCELC) member institutions. The award celebrates both the professional growth of students and the role of sponsoring libraries in fostering inclusive, high-impact learning experiences. Special consideration is given to contributions that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and access (DEIA) in librarianship. Applications are reviewed by the SCELC Board of Directors, and both the student and the sponsoring institution are recognized.
