Summary

Under the supervision of the Information Resources Manager at Dolby Laboratories headquarters in San Francisco, California, this internship supports the organization, access, and management of technical library resources while contributing to modernization efforts that improve accessibility, discoverability and usability. The Intern will gain hands‑on experience with cataloging, metadata enhancement, digital resource management, and the implementation of a new cloud‑based integrated library services platform.

This role offers an opportunity to develop practical skills in information organization, workflow design, and technical system configuration while working closely with experienced information technology professionals and engineers. Interns will work with both physical and digital library materials, assist with maintaining a functional and user‑friendly library space, and participate in real‑world technology‑focused projects that support Dolby’s engineering, research, and product development communities. The ideal candidate is curious, motivated to learn, and eager to explore emerging tools and technologies that support modern information access and management.

Responsibilities

1. Physical Library Support

• Assist the Information Resources Manager with maintaining the physical library space as needed, ensuring the environment is orderly, functional, and aligned with user needs.
2. Cataloging & Information Organization

• Assist the Information Resources Manager with cataloging technical library resources, including both digital and print materials, with consistent application of cataloging standards and metadata practices.
• Create and update resource guides and organizational aids that enhance discoverability.
3. Library Platform Implementation & Data Migration

• Support the implementation and configuration of a new cloud‑based integrated library services platform, including testing, workflow setup, documentation and user support materials.
• Assist with data preparation, cleanup, normalization, and migration from existing library systems to the new platform.
• Contribute to optimized workflows for catalog maintenance, circulation, resource discovery, and authentication.
• Collaborate with ATG, IT, Information & Data Solutions, and other internal teams throughout the rollout.
Qualifications (Required)

• Completion of graduate-level coursework in cataloging, information organization and/or information retrieval system design.
• Familiarity with cataloging practices, metadata standards, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience in a library setting performing cataloging and/or circulation maintenance activities using an Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) or integrated library system (ILS).
• Comfortable working in both physical and digital library environments.
• Basic understanding of AI and machine learning functionality, particularly in the context of information retrieval, metadata quality improvement, or workflow enhancement.
We recognize that applying to internships can be a daunting process, especially if you have not had any previous internships, or if this is a new field of interest to you. Even if you do not have previous professional experience to meet the listed qualifications, we will consider relevant project, volunteer, and extracurricular experiences, and we encourage you to include them on your resume and apply.