Library of Congress Internships

Library of Congress Internships are offered to college students throughout the Library of Congress. Summer internships are available to both undergraduate and graduate students who want an opportunity to gain professional work experience.





There are many internships, fellowships, and volunteer program opportunities throughout the Library. Interested students may search the web site by choosing their areas of interest. Positions can be either paid or unpaid. Summer internships can range from 10 weeks up to 12 months. Work schedules can be either part-time or full-time.



Applicants must be either U.S. citizens or nonresident aliens eligible for U.S. visas. Internships are offered in the areas of Library Sciences, Information Technology, Government and Business Administration, Law, Public Relations, Chemistry and Science, and many others. Students may apply at any time for any of the numerous programs available.





The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world, containing millions of books, recordings, photographs, newspapers, maps and manuscripts in its collections. The Library is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. The Library of Congress was established by an act of Congress in 1800 and is located on Independence Avenue in Washington, D.C.


The location is usually in WASHINGTON, D.C.