Exploring the World: Geography and Map Internship, (Washington, D.C.)
Posted March 23, 2026
Description
This program provides undergraduate, graduate, and recent graduate students an opportunity to conduct independent research and scholarly study as part of their assigned project using the Geography and Map Division (GMD) and other Library resources and collections. These specific projects will enable interns to assist staff in unearthing hidden collections and cartographers from previously underrepresented materials.
Responsibilities
Participants will gain experience with the integrated analog and digital collections in the Geography and Map Division and the overall services of the nation’s largest public library with diverse collection materials and formats; use the largest collection of maps and cartographic items in the world while developing professional working relationships with librarians and digital library practitioners; and receive exposure to a broad spectrum of library work, reference, metadata, access, inventory, collection management, geographic information systems (GIS), Geospatial Portal, modern mapping software, and information technology.
Qualifications
Opportunities are open to U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents who are currently enrolled students (undergraduate or graduate) and those who have graduated in the twelve months prior to their internship start date.
Hours and Compensation
Duration:
Spring 2026 – May 18 to July 31, 2026 – Making Legacy Geospatial Materials Accessible
Summer 2026 – July 27 – October 16, 2026 – Digital Rights Investigator
Pay: GS-03/01 level with Washington-Baltimore-Arlington locality pay
How to Apply
Visit the following address to see the full listing: https://www.loc.gov/research-centers/geography-and-map/about-this-research-center/internships/
A complete application package should be sent to [email protected]
Please send your questions concerning the Internship Program to [email protected]
A complete application package will include:
- Cover letter expressing interest
- Federal Style Resume
- Most recent transcript, official or unofficial