Outcomes & Testimonials

Outcomes

Over 40 students have completed the ISIP program since its inception in 2006, with over a dozen going on to pursue a career in the information field.

“The ISIP program has allowed me to further my understanding of what librarianship is, and I look forward to using the skills that I’ve gained in Public Service, Special Collections, and Collection Management in my career as a nurse. I have been inspired by the ISIP program to continue working in libraries.” – Isabella Villanueva, 2025

“ISIP was not what I was expecting! It’s more than just a library job. I’ve met a lot of great people, partake in a lot of exhibits and displays, and got a better sense of the collections and services that the library provides.” – Kayla Vang, 2021

“What I like best about it (ISIP) is the way it opens a lot of doors for careers, even finding out that such options exist, and the networking it facilitated, and I would recommend it to either people know who they’re interested in librarianship or people who don’t know what they want to do yet because it presents a lot of options.” – Genevieve Lundberg, 2019

“What ISIP offered to me is exactly what I needed at the time—real work experiences in a large variety of different work environments. The ability to tailor modules to my individual areas of interest was especially invaluable to me, as someone who went into the program without any sort of career plan. It’s largely due to the opportunities presented by ISIP that I’ve been able to explore so many potential career paths. The internship has been one of the most valuable experiences of my undergrad.” – Kieran Villoth, 2017

“ISIP opens a safe space for conversation and the mentors in the program really are role models in these fields. Because of that I was encouraged to use the free applications classes on campus teaching HTML, CSS, and others. I am also leaning towards a Computer Science and Library/Information Science dual degree for my Master’s Degree or degree in a more tech-based field.” – Corey Black, 2013

“My participation in the ISIP program was quite possibly the most transformative experience in my life. I am so grateful for the maturity, professional and workplace etiquette, subject/industry knowledge, and career direction that the program provided. The relationships I gained are lasting and have been integral to my success.” – Roy Brooks, 2008