[Summer 2026] Research Resources - Library Internship
About The Position
The Whitney’s summer internship program is a full-time, paid, nine-week session primarily for undergraduate students. The program includes training, direct work experience, professional development, and a weekly speaker series. The 2026 Summer internship will be hybrid, meaning interns will work onsite at least three days per week. The program will begin on Monday, June 1, and end on Friday, July 31. Participants must be available Monday through Friday for nine consecutive weeks, five days per week. The application window for our Summer 2026 Hearst Family Internship is now open through Friday, January 16th . Please note that all candidates will be considered on a rolling basis , and as such, some opportunities may close before the deadline. The Whitney seeks a Research Resources: Library intern for Summer 2026. To view all Internship opportunities and to learn more about The Whitney's offerings, please refer to our Internships Page . Expected Projects & Assignments Create original and copy cataloging in MARC for library materials Create preservation housings for Library Special Collections materials Assist with providing in-person and remote reference services Assist with the circulation of library materials Assist with supervising the reading room and on-site researchers Assist with reference inquiries from staff and external researchers
Requirements
- Ideal candidate is a current student or recent graduate who has completed at least one semester in a Library and Information Science program, or related graduate program
- Experience with library cataloging (MARC, RDA, LCSH, LC classification) and/or preservation a plus
- Interest in modern and contemporary American art and museum work
- Ability to work independently with attention to detail
- Experience with conducting research using an ILS
- Ability to lift cartons (up to 30lbs) is helpful
- Only students currently pursuing a MLIS degree are eligible
- Previous museum experience is not required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with library cataloging (MARC, RDA, LCSH, LC classification) and/or preservation a plus
- Ability to lift cartons (up to 30lbs) is helpful
- Previous museum experience is not required
Responsibilities
- Create original and copy cataloging in MARC for library materials
- Create preservation housings for Library Special Collections materials
- Assist with providing in-person and remote reference services
- Assist with the circulation of library materials
- Assist with supervising the reading room and on-site researchers
- Assist with reference inquiries from staff and external researchers
Benefits
- Interns will be paid a stipend of $6,500 for full participation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
