Library of Congress

About the Company

The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution and serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photographs, maps and manuscripts in its collections. The Library's mission is to support the Congress in fulfilling its constitutional duties and to further the progress of knowledge and creativity for the benefit of the American people.

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Library of Congress

Job Title

2026 Junior Fellows Program (Remote Internship) (Vacancy#: JFP 2026 Remote)

Job Description

**Job title**: 2026 Junior Fellows Program – Remote Internship **Role Summary** Paid, 10‑week remote internship at the Library of Congress. Interns work with analog and digital collections, contributing to the library’s services and supporting specific projects outlined in the program’s project brief. **Expectations** - Eligible candidates: undergraduate, graduate, or recent graduate students. - Commitment to a full 10‑week term, 40 hrs/week. - Self‑directed work with regular virtual check‑ins. - Ability to manage deadlines and collaborate with team members remotely. **Key Responsibilities** - Execute project tasks as defined in the assigned project brief (e.g., research, data curation, digital‑asset management). - Assist in cataloging, metadata creation, and database maintenance for collections. - Contribute to documentation and reporting on project progress. - Participate in virtual meetings, training sessions, and provide updates to supervisors. - Collaborate with Library staff and other interns on cross‑functional initiatives. **Required Skills** - Strong research and analytical abilities. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic database tools. - Familiarity with library or archival terminology and systems preferred. - Excellent written and verbal communication in English. - Self‑motivated, organized, and able to work independently in a virtual environment. - Basic understanding of digital preservation and metadata standards (e.g., Dublin Core, MARC). **Required Education & Certifications** - Current enrollment in or completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree. - No specific certifications required; related coursework in library science, information science, history, or digital humanities advantageous.

Washington, United states

Remote

Junior

04-12-2025