High School Summer Internship

An unpaid four-week summer internship run by the Library of Congress Informal Learning Office for high school students who want to work with primary sources. Interns research the collections and create materials for families and young readers, and past interns have volunteered at the National Book Festival. The program hosts twelve students in virtual and hybrid formats and is open to current high school students or recent graduates who are 16 or older.

Offered by Library of Congress. Internship for high school students in Washington, District of Columbia, USA. Format: Hybrid. Cost: Free. Grades 10–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Humanities, Writing, Education

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 10 to 12. It runs online and in person (Washington, District of Columbia).
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked November 2026.

Questions about High School Summer Internship

When is the High School Summer Internship deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is High School Summer Internship free?

Yes. High School Summer Internship is free to take part in.

Who can apply to High School Summer Internship?

High school students in grades 10 to 12. It runs online and in person (Washington, District of Columbia). Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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