About this role
Overview The New York Public Library is looking for teens in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade who are interested in at least one of the following: Community engagement Engaging their peers in library programs & services Exploring the world and work of libraries The Teen Center Ambassadors (TCA) position will be assigned to one of NYPL’s local branch libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, or Staten Island, where they will create dynamic library events and resources for teen audiences at the library and encourage their peers to become more involved with their library. This will include hosting branch-based programs and events for teens, creating dynamic book displays, contributing a teen perspective to branch operations, and making the Teen Center as welcoming, inclusive, and empowering as possible. Ambassadors will be provided with training and have the opportunity to attend special events, such as career panels, guest speakers, and library field trips. Position hours are scheduled between November 2, 2026, and June 18, 2027. Those hours include: Human Resources Orientation (week of November 2) — 1.5 hours Orientation Camp — November 7 Branch Placement (November 9 — June 18) Up to 8 hours/week Mid-Winter Recess Camp (Week of February 14) - 8 hours Spring Recess Camp (Week of April 25) — 14 hours Special events and opportunities — up to 20 hours Most hours will be scheduled after 3 PM on weekdays. A few weekend events will be scheduled. A program calendar will be provided during the interview process. In the application, you will select up to 3 locations where you would be willing to work. You must be able to get to the locations you select by around 3 PM on weekdays (there are some exceptions and we can discuss your schedule during the interview). We recommend that you map your commute from school to the locations you choose to know how long it will take you to get there. If you are hired, you will be assigned to one location. Position locations include the following: Staten Island Branches: Port Richmond Library Plan and implement weekly programs for teens in partnership with Young Adult branch staff Create and maintain branch displays and self-directed programming area for teens Contribute to branch and system-wide social media and blogs to share a teen perspective on library services and other issues Participate in trainings and meetings on topics such as library resources, communication and marketing strategies, community engagement, cultural history, and more Support programs conducted by the Young Adult Librarian and other key staff