The ARL Career Enhancement Program was created to provide MLS graduate students from underrepresented groups with an opportunity to jump-start their careers in research libraries by providing real-world practical experience. All applicants must possess the following qualifications:
- be a member of an underrepresented group as defined by the US Censes Bureau:
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- Asian
- Black or African American
- Hispanic or Latino
- Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
- be a degree-seeking MLS student who has completed a minimum of 12 credit hours by June 1, 2009, and whose graduation date is after the completion of the fellowship (Applicants who will graduate before completing the fellowship or who have earned an MLS degree prior to the application deadline will not be accepted.)
- have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in research libraries
The ARL Career Enhancement Program Committee will review all applications and make award decisions in accordance with the published timeline. Please review the program timeline for important dates.
