Work Study Student Program 2024/2025

Summary

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Students enrolled in a Work-Based Learning Program are given preference
• Homeschooled students must have completed 70% of their high school studies
• To be considered for a position students MUST submit ALL required documents

For a student to be eligible to submit an application for the Library of Congress Work Study Student Program they must meet the following requirements. 

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be enrolled in their Junior or Senior year of high school studies at a local high school not more than 45 minutes commute to worksite
• Must be available for work Monday - Friday 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. OR Monday - Friday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. - available from August 19, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
• Must be least 16 years of age
• Must be eligible for a Work Permit OR 18 years old
• Must be in good standing with high school grades
• Must be in good standing with previous employers or supervisors at volunteer positions
• Must demonstrate positive behavior at high school and work environments
• Must recommended by the appropriate high school officials through required e-mail procedure (see Required Documents section of vacancy for e-mail procedure)

Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.