Student/Intern High School Work Study Program

  • General Website: https://www.loc.gov/item/careers/work-study-student-program-2024-2025/
  • Program Website: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/791907700
  • Hosting Service Unit: Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Program Contact: jobhelp@loc.gov
  • Interests/Areas of Study: Basic Office Skills
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
  • Application Period: Ongoing
  • Application Notes: Application process via USAJobs.gov, https://www.usajobs.gov/job/791907700. Cover letter stating professional objectives; include language abilities and additional skills, if relevant. Latest transcript from the current high school. (Report card and schedule of registered classes for the upcoming high school year is acceptable in place of transcript). Letter of recommendation, from the appropriate high school Work-Based Learning Coordinator or high school counselor.
  • Compensation: GS-01
  • Academic Credit: The Library does not provide academic credit, but you may arrange with your school in advance to receive credit.
  • Available Benefits: Transit; May be eligible for leave
  • Program Duration: Negotiable. Negotiable. Appointment up to 1 year to concur with public high school calendar. Initial one-year appointments not to exceed June 30 of the student’s graduation year of high school.
  • Qualifications: Applicants to this program must be at least 16 years old, U.S. citizens, enrolled in a local high school within a 45 minute commute, in their Junior or Senior Year. Student must be able to work a part-time daytime schedule during the school year.

The Library of Congress High School Work Study Program is a progressive, career development employment program for local, high-school students. It combines on-the-job training and career development activities with classroom training. Under this paid program, motivated students earn a GS-01/01 salary and receive work site supervision and career assistance. Applicants to this program must be at least 16 years old, U.S. citizens, enrolled in a local high school within a 45 minute commute, and able to work a part-time daytime schedule during the school year. A typical part-time schedule during the school year is from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. or 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications for the work/study program are accepted year-round. Selecting officials can interview students and choose from a pool of qualified candidates. Appointments can be for up to one year, ending on June 30th, to coincide with the student’s high school graduation.