Library and Archives Graduate Intern, Walters Art Museum, (Baltimore, MD)

Posted May 26, 2026

Job Description:

The Library and Archives Graduate Internship is a temporary, educational experience designed to provide a graduate student (or recent graduate) in Library and Information Science with guided exposure to museum library and archival practice.

Through this internship, the participant will:

• Gain familiarity with museum library and archival environments
• Observe professional workflows and best practices in access, description, and user services
• Develop foundational skills through supervised, practice‑based exercises
• Complete a defined learning project
• Receive feedback and mentorship from professional staff

Position Duties:

Activities are performed under the guidance of the Librarian/Archivist and intended to provide professionalized training for the intern.

• Learn and implement best practices for copy cataloging of library materials
• Assist with Interlibrary loan processes to understand workflows
• Assist with research reference requests
• Observe researchers in the library and archives to learn about access policies and procedures
• Participate in supervised archival materials processing
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and mentoring conversations
• Develop an educational project tailored to the intern’s professional goals
• Other training-based tasks in alignment with learning goals

Qualifications:

In 2026-2027, one Graduate Library and Archives Intern will be appointed.  Applicants must be graduate students in good standing or recently graduated from an accredited MLS, MLIS or equivalent program. Applicants should have some background in the History of Art and Library Science. 

• Candidates must be 18 years or older
• Actively registered (or recently graduated from) an accredited university with an MLS, MLIS, or equivalent degree.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Desire to learn professional standards for library work within a museum setting.
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through library and archival practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a supervised learning environment.
• Able to lift 30 pounds and stand on ladders.

Hours & Compensation:

Hourly Rate: $20.00 

Scheduled Shift: On-site at the Walters Art Museum, 8-10 hours per week during regular work week business hours, Monday through Friday.

Interns are employed 10 hours per week at the Walters for approximately 9 months, and receive a stipend of $20 per hour. The position carries no expectation or guarantee of continued or future employment.

How To Apply:

To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit the official job posting, linked here.

To apply, applicants need

1. To complete the required application
2. A single PDF that includes a letter describing your particular interests and relevant experience, along with your resume or curriculum vitae, and an unofficial academic transcript.
3. Have 1 PDF letter of recommendation submitted from a faculty or staff member (signed and on letterhead).