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Student Positions
Applications are taken only for open positions. Open positions for the Seattle and Tacoma campuses are listed on this page (see the Bothell Library employment page for Bothell campus jobs). To apply, read the job details carefully and follow the application instructions. Most positions require a UW Google (G Suite) account to apply; see "More info" for details.
Graduate GSA Student Positions
When available, jobs are posted at the central UW employment website, with brief descriptions and links listed here. These positions are Academic Student Employee positions covered by UW/UAW contract.
- GIS GSA
- 2024-2025 academic year position for geospatial data and the GIS Lab. Posted April 1, 2024. Closes April 21st, 2024
Handshake: Jobs for UW Students
See additional campus listings on the UW Handshake site (follow links to "Campus Hourly/Work Study")
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Fellowships
- Joseph and Jill McKinstry Libraries Endowed Fellowship
- UW Libraries offers a unique fellowship to MLIS students at the iSchool that combines a scholarship with a paid work experience in the University Libraries system. The successful fellow receives a scholarship and an assignment in a University Libraries unit(s) based on the recipient's interests.
Internships
Internships allow selected candidates to further their education in a hands on setting. When offered, internships may be open nationally, or restricted to select educational programs. UW iSchool students should also see the iSchool Directed Field Work page: http://ischool.uw.edu/current/mlis/fieldwork-internships
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Open Librarian Positions
- Social Work and Research Impact Librarian
- Notice of Vacancy April 3, 2024. Applications received through Interfolio by 8:59 p.m. PDT/11:59 p.m. EDT on Friday, May 3, 2024, will receive priority review. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling biweekly basis at the discretion of the unit. Rank of Assistant Librarian or Senior Assistant Librarian.
- Computer and Natural Sciences Research and Instruction Librarian
- Notice of Vacancy April 17, 2024. Applications received through Interfolio by 8:59 p.m. PDT/11:59 p.m. EDT on Friday, May 17, 2024, will receive priority review. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling biweekly basis at the discretion of the unit. Rank of Assistant Librarian or Senior Assistant Librarian.
- Business and Data Research and Instruction Librarian
- Notice of Vacancy April 17, 2024. Applications received through Interfolio by 8:59 p.m. PDT/11:59 p.m. EDT on Friday, May 17, 2024, will receive priority review. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling biweekly basis at the discretion of the unit. Rank of Assistant Librarian or Senior Assistant Librarian.
Classified and Professional Staff Positions
- GMM Public Services Supervisor
- This position oversees student assistants in supporting the daily operations of the Government Publications, Maps, Microforms & Newspapers unit. Closes April 19, 2024.