2027 Spring Library of Congress Intern (Remote)

Library of Congress; United States; Remote; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Library of Congress invites applications for the 2027 Spring Internships (LOCI). This remote, full-time internship runs 10–12 weeks and offers undergraduates, graduates, and recent graduates hands-on experience across a broad spectrum of library work including copyright, preservation, and information management.

Selected interns will work from home within the U.S. and participate in mandatory orientation on February 8, 2027, with a posted pay range of $17.78–$19.24 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution (undergraduate or graduate) or have graduated or will graduate between Jan 1, 2026 and Dec 31, 2026.
• Transcripts and/or registrar certification of enrollment must be provided to verify eligibility.
• Official transcripts will be required if selected for the position.

Responsibilities

• Engage in remote Library of Congress projects across a range of disciplines.
• Participate in professional development activities, workshops, and mentoring.
• Document and present project accomplishments at the end of the appointment.

Education

Enrollment in accredited degree program

Job description

2027 Spring Library of Congress Intern (Remote)

• Location: Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
• Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week. Interns must be able to work the majority of their schedule between 6:30 am - 6:00 pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday and attend mandatory orientation on February 8, 2027.

The Library of Congress Internships (LOCI) program is a seasonal, 10- or 12-week paid internship program that enables undergraduate, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience through applied learning and professional development opportunities that advance the academic and career pursuits of participants.

Key Responsibilities

The position description number for this position is 465642. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. The Spring 2027 session of the Library of Congress Internships Program include options for virtual, remote project work. Interns hired under this announcement will be expected to conduct work from their home location.

This program offers undergraduate, graduate students and recent graduates insight into the environment and culture of the world's largest and most comprehensive repository of human knowledge. Interns will be exposed to a broad spectrum of library work: copyright, preservation, reference, access standards, and information management.

Near the end of their appointments at the Library, the interns join together to present their accomplishments and share their insights on the impact of their work. The assignments will span many professional fields at the Library, including collections support, communications, event planning, human capital, information technology, and research. Interns work with Library staff on mission-critical projects that utilize the interns' existing skills.

Interns are exposed to additional opportunities to expand their skills through special assignments, professional development training and workshops, mentoring, and other enrichment activities. Interns participate in a wide range of projects offered across the Library of Congress that are designed to challenge and strengthen the skills of emerging professionals and fulfill the mission and vision of the Library of Congress.

Spring 2027 Projects

The remote project names for Spring 2027 are listed below. For full project descriptions and list of required skills for each project, applicants must review the information at this link prior to applying.

• Artificial Intelligence Community Specialist (Remote)
• Information Technology Asset Management Operations (Remote)
• Information Technology Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (Remote)
• Information Technology Service Management Process Assessment (Remote)
• Internship and Fellowship Programs Communications (Remote)
• Quality Assurance Automation Testing – Intern 1 (Remote)
• Quality Assurance Automation Testing – Intern 2 (Onsite)
• Talent Recruitment (Remote)

Requirements & Education

MUST be a U.S. Citizen currently enrolled at time of application in a degree-granting program of study at an accredited institution of higher learning (community college, college, university, or tribal college) at the undergraduate level or graduate level, OR have graduated or will graduate between January 1, 2026 and December 31, 2026.

NOTE: Your transcripts and/or registrar certification of enrollment documents are required in order to verify your eligibility for consideration. Failure to provide this documentation in your application will result in disqualification. Certifications via Clearinghouse are acceptable to verify enrollment.

REQUIRED: A legible copy of your latest college/university transcripts OR official registrar documentation certifying enrollment in fall 2026.** Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if selected for the position. Transcripts must be issued by the college or university, and must include your name, the name of the institution, and the courses and course dates.

Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification. All transcripts and/or registrar documents must be in PDF file format. Image files, Word documents, etc. are not acceptable.

** If you are a freshman at your institution and do not have an unofficial transcript at your disposal OR your unofficial transcript does not display enrollment in the fall 2026 semester, please submit another document from your institution and/or registrar's office to certify your current enrollment. Certifications via Clearinghouse are acceptable to verify enrollment. Failure to provide any proof of enrollment will result in disqualification from consideration.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Library of Congress, Legislative Branch.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $17.78 – $19.24/hr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

Yes, this position is fully remote.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-14.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full-time - 40 hours per week. Interns must be able to work the majority of their schedule between 6:30 am - 6:00 pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday and attend mandatory orientation on February 8, 2027. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.