Library Science Intern (USPS) - Summer 2026

Library Science Intern (USPS) - Summer 2026 Location: Washington, DC or Northern Virginia (Tysons) Overview Library Management Inc. (LMI) is seeking a highly motivated Library Science Intern for Summer 2026 to support information management, research services, and knowledge organization initiatives in a dynamic federal environment. The internship offers the opportunity to apply library and information science principles to real‑world challenges, enhance access to critical information resources, and contribute to mission‑driven outcomes that support LMI’s government clients. This role is dedicated to supporting our USPS customer. This position is currently full‑time onsite at the customer’s Washington DC or Northern VA office. Responsibilities Support cataloging, classification, and metadata management of physical and digital collections. Conduct research and respond to reference inquiries using internal databases and external information resources. Assist with records management, archival processing, and digitization initiatives. Help maintain and update knowledge repositories, document libraries, and information portals. Apply information organization standards and best practices to improve discoverability and access. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure accurate and timely information delivery. Qualifications Required Currently enrolled in a degree‑seeking Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Library Science, Information Science, Information Management, or a related field. Available full‑time for 10‑12 weeks starting the end of May 2026. Familiarity with cataloging standards (MARC, Dublin Core) and classification systems. Experience with academic, government, or enterprise database research. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. U.S. Citizenship required; must be eligible for a security clearance. Desired Experience supporting records management or archival projects. Familiarity with digital asset management or enterprise content management platforms. Experience with metadata creation, taxonomy development, or controlled vocabularies. Background in federal, academic, or special library environments. Equal Opportunity and Legal Statements LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. #J-18808-Ljbffr LMI Consulting, LLC