Association of Research Libraries (ARL)

The ARL Career Enhancement Program was created to provide master of library and information science (MLIS) students from racial and ethnic minority groups with an opportunity to jump-start their careers in research libraries by providing practical work experience. All applicants must possess the following qualifications:

• be a member of a racial and ethnic minority group as defined by the US Census Bureau:
• American Indian or Alaska Native
• Asian
• Black or African American
• Hispanic or Latino
• Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
• be a degree-seeking MLIS student who has completed a minimum of 6 credit hours by January 1, 2012, and whose graduation date is after the completion of the internship (Applicants who will graduate before completing the internship or who have earned an MLIS 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 according to the published timeline. Please review the program timeline for important dates.