Graduates with both field-specific experience and a broad range of research skills are more likely to advance in their careers long term. Each year, the University of Kentucky Libraries is proud to support professional and academic development for students of all disciplines through assistantships and internships at our seven campus locations. These paid positions provide students the unique opportunity to develop highly transferrable research skills in supportive, professional settings on campus.
UK Libraries is one of the largest employers of student workers across the University of Kentucky. Day, evening and night shifts are often available at several of our campus libraries.
To apply for a student position with UK Libraries, visit the University of Kentucky's online employment portal.
There are no open positions at this time.
Build your expertise on a topic of interest using rare primary sources.
UK Libraries Learning Lab Internship is a specialized program created to enhance students' skills in research, critical thought and analysis, as well as better prepare students for graduate school, professional research and future jobs. Through the course of this internship, students will:
Internships span the academic year and begin in the fall.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for Learning Lab Internships are accepted in the Spring, through the University of Kentucky online employment portal where students are asked to:
Additional information about applying for UK Libraries Learning Lab can be found on our Student Jobs FAQ page and any questions may be directed to Carol Street at carolstreet@uky.edu.
Carol Street Undergraduate Research Archivist
Become a communications expert with UK Libraries' Marketing & Communications team.
UK Libraries' paid internships in Marketing & Communications allow students with a passion for graphic design, digital marketing, and multimedia production to work hands-on with the libraries' digital and print platforms to expand and promote UK Libraries' brand. Through this internship, students will:
Applications for our Marketing and Graphic Design internships are accepted each spring. To apply, submit the following materials with your the application through the University of Kentucky online employment portal:
Internships span the academic year and may begin as early as June.
For more information on UK Libraries' Marketing and Graphic Design Internship or the application process, contact the UK Libraries Marketing and Communications Department at ukl.marketing@uky.edu.
Shanna Wilbur Director of Marketing
