The Voluntary Internship Program is an unpaid internship program. Working under the direction of NARA staff, interns will be exposed to a broad spectrum of work and opportunities across various offices, records centers, libraries, and museums. Spring internships will begin the week of January 27, 2025 or February 3, 2025 and will last for 12 weeks. Participants must complete a 100-hour minimum requirement.
Summary
The Voluntary Internship Program is an unpaid internship program. Working under the direction of NARA staff, interns will be exposed to a broad spectrum of work and opportunities across various offices, records centers, libraries, and museums. Spring internships will begin the week of January 27, 2025 or February 3, 2025 and will last for 12 weeks. Participants must complete a 100-hour minimum requirement.
U.S. Citizens who are: Students currently enrolled in accredited educational institutions from high school to graduate level OR Former students who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the past three years.
Voluntary Interns' duties will depend on the NARA office or site to which they are assigned. NARA seeks students in various areas of interest to complete internships at our facilities throughout the country. Internships will last roughly 12 weeks, averaging between 10 to 40 hours per week for a minimum of 100 hours. Spring interns are expected to work on-site at least 50 percent of the time. Interns will collaborate with their supervisors to determine their work schedules.
Our internships provide exceptional opportunities for individuals interested in:
Archival Processing
Business
Communication & Marketing
Digitizing Archival Materials
Editorial
Education & Exhibits
Emergency Management
Equal Employment Opportunity
External Affairs & Public Relations
Facility Operations & Logistics
History
Legal
Legislative
Metadata
Museum & Public Programs (including at Presidential Libraries)
Current high school, undergraduate, and graduate students OR former students who graduated within the past three years.
Must be U.S. Citizens.
Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.
Must be at least 16 years old.
Qualifications
Interested applicants must apply by 11:59 ET on November 15, 2024, and will be required to upload a cover letter, resume, and transcript (including GPA) from their most recent educational institution.
Applicants MUST submit all required documentation. Missing documentation will deem your application ineligible.
If you do not submit sufficient documentation necessary to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility requirements described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete, and you will be found ineligible.
Applicants must be enrolled at least part-time in an accredited academic institution.
OR
Applicants must have graduated or completed a degree or certificate within the last three years.
Additional information
All Voluntary Internship Program positions are unpaid, although we can assist with the necessary paperwork if you identify outside funding or can receive credit from your academic institution.
Appointment to the internship is subject to favorable evaluation of the appropriate security and suitability investigation.
Depending on the internship location, some interns may be eligible for public transit benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for the internships based on how well you meet the qualifications and the completeness of your application. The exact qualifications vary by internship, and NARA selecting officials will evaluate submitted documents and application form responses to make decisions about which candidates will receive interview offers. In addition to your education, work background, and personal motivation information included in your resume, cover letter, and transcript, they will also consider these factors:
Preferred internship choice(s) within your application
Hours of availability per week
Academic course of study
Level of education completed
Location
Area(s) of interest
Completed applications will be forwarded to selecting officials at NARA, who will arrange interviews based on the application package and desired skills. Upon an interview offer, selecting officials may also request letters of recommendation, writing samples, and/or references in addition to your initial application.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You MUST submit academic transcripts from your most recent academic institution, including GPA, to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility requirements. Transcripts can be unofficial and/or electronic yet must be clear and legible.
Cover letter indicating your interest in a NARA internship
Applicants are required to apply online for this announcement using the above link, making sure to complete all questions and to upload all required documents in the requested formats.
You MUST submit academic transcripts from your most recent academic institution, including GPA, to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility requirements. Transcripts can be unofficial and/or electronic yet must be clear and legible.
Cover letter indicating your interest in a NARA internship
Applicants are required to apply online for this announcement using the above link, making sure to complete all questions and to upload all required documents in the requested formats.
