Spring 2027 Library Intern — Research & Access

Library of Congress; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Library of Congress invites applications for the 2027 Spring LOC Internships (Onsite) in Washington, DC. This paid, 10- to 12-week program offers hands-on library work across departments with mandatory orientation Feb 8, 2027.

Internships require US citizenship, enrollment verification, and the ability to work 40 hours weekly between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm ET, with several onsite project assignments in Spring 2027 across multiple divisions.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting program (undergrad or grad) at time of application or will graduate between Jan 1, 2026 and Dec 31, 2026
• Transcripts or enrollment verification required to confirm eligibility
• Official transcripts will be required if selected for the position

Responsibilities

• Serve in non-supervisory, bargaining unit role on onsite projects
• Assist in a broad range of library tasks across multiple disciplines
• Participate in professional development and mentoring activities
• Contribute to mission-critical projects across Library staff
• Collaborate on project work in areas like copyright, preservation, reference, and information management

Job description

Library of Congress invites applications for the 2027 Spring LOC Internships (Onsite) in Washington, DC. This paid, 10- to 12-week program offers hands-on library work across departments with mandatory orientation Feb 8, 2027.

Internships require US citizenship, enrollment verification, and the ability to work 40 hours weekly between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm ET, with several onsite project assignments in Spring 2027 across multiple divisions.