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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.
Open Student Positions
- Branch Operations Services Student Assistant
- Posted May 16, 2022. Closes May 22, 2022.
- Collection Analysis and Strategy Student Assistant - Suzzallo/Allen Libraries
- Posted May 10, 2022. Closes May 22, 2022.
- Serials Receiving Student Specialist - Acquisitions & Rapid Cataloging Services (ARCS)
- Posted May 6, 2022. Closes May 18, 2022.
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.
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Handshake: Jobs for UW Students
See additional campus listings on the UW Handshake site (follow links to "Campus Hourly/Work Study")
The link address is: https://uw.joinhandshake.com/login
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
- E-resources Metadata Librarian
- Notice of vacancy May 4, 2022. Closing date for completed applications submitted through Interfolio is 8:59 PDT/11:59 p.m. EDT on June 3, 2022. Rank of Assistant or Senior Assistant Librarian.
Classified and Professional Staff Positions
- Health Sciences and Active Edge Library Supervisor
- This position manages daily operations of the User Experience department of the Health Sciences Library (HSL) and Active Edge Library (AEL), contributes to public services policy planning for the HSL and the UW Libraries, and coordinates special projects as requested. Closes 28 May, 2022
- Temporary Senior Computer Specialist - Developer
- This position will assist with system implementation and application development. Expected project position duration is 9-12 months. Open until filled.
- UW Press Acquistions Fellow
- This is a temporary full time entry level position at the UW Press. The fellow will be immersed in the acquisitions department of a leading scholarly press, working closely with senior acquisitions editors, authors, and projects through the entire acquisitions process. Open until filled.
- Advancement Public Information Specialist
- This role will design, develop and implement comprehensive communications and events plans for Libraries Advancement. Design, create and produce communications materials that steward and support donor development. Open until filled.