Student/Intern Science Reference Section - Volunteer Internship Program
- General Website: https://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/
- Program Website: https://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/volunteerinternship.html
- Hosting Service Unit: Library Services
- Program Contact: https://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/ref-asst-contact.html
- Interests/Areas of Study: Science and Engineering; Library and Information Science; Science Communication; and STEM education
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen; Permanent Resident; Visa Holder
- Application Period: Ongoing
- Application Notes: Apply at least 2 months in advance of tentative start date. See program website above for further information on application process.
- Compensation: Non-paid
- Academic Credit: The Library does not provide academic credit, but you may arrange with your school in advance to receive credit.
- Available Benefits: LC Internal Discounts
- Program Duration: Negotiable. Several weeks to a year
- Qualifications: Currently Enrolled Students (Undergraduate, Graduate)
The Science Reference Section Volunteer Internship Program is intended for currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate students interested in all areas of science and engineering, as well as library sciences, science communication, and STEM education. Interns may assist with producing research guides, researching and writing blog posts, creating web products, processing collections, and supporting special programs and events depending on the needs of the Science Reference Section.
Note: Thank you for your interest in our unpaid internship program. We regret that due to scheduling and staffing uncertainties associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, Science Reference Service has temporarily suspended its Volunteer Internship Program until further notice. Please check this page for updates regarding this program.