We surveyed 1,494 librarians to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical librarian. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a librarian?
Low
High
Working as a librarian typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a librarian?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a librarian typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a librarian?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a librarian. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for librarians.
Do librarians work full-time or part-time?
52% of librarians work in full-time roles while 48% work part-time.