How do you become a librarian actually?
The University Library as a training provider.
Eric Lange, Specialist for Media & Information Services: “I came to the profession of FaMI via an exciting year of volunteering in culture and various internships. There are many ways to help other people. In my job, for example, I support library users in finding information. Communication is the be-all and end-all. Different types of media, intensive contact with customers, and a constantly changing professional field regularly create new challenges and make the job interesting and fulfilling for me.”
Katharina Lehner, Librarian at academic libraries: “Before my A-levels, I came across the library studies programme in Munich while browsing the web. I liked the fact that there are so many different activities in a library: Whether you're more interested in media development, collection management, consulting, or public relations later on in your career, everything is covered in the degree programme, meaning you could even run a one-person library. Finally, I liked the idea of being surrounded by books and avid readers all day!”
Vera Butz, Research librarian: “After my time as a research assistant, I was keen to continue working in the university environment. My job at Bayreuth University Library combines different areas of academic support, such as selecting literature and other information resources, as well as advising subject groups with the exciting possibilities of 'new' media. I particularly enjoy being invited to events held for the subject areas I supervise, and equipping students to conduct literature research and acquisition.”