[NABS-L] NLS Aspiring Leaders Internship

[Trisha Kulkarni, National Student President]

Hey Students!

See below for an awesome internship opportunity!

Yours,
Trisha

*NLS Aspiring Leaders Internship*. Established through the National Library for the Blind Endowment, this paid internship offers legally blind individuals the opportunity to work at The National Library Service
(NLS) in areas that support services for the blind, including collections building, program delivery, business oversight, and management. Interns will gain valuable experience and explore potential career options while being guided through mentorships and developmental activities. The program has spring, summer, and fall sessions, between ten to twelve weeks each session. *Spring session applications are due by November 1st. *

Qualifications and Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students and those who have graduated within the past five years from an accredited two-year or four-year college or university are eligible to apply. In addition,
applicants:

- Must be a US Citizen
- Must be legally blind
- Must be able to work remotely

The knowledge, skills, and abilities an intern needs for this program
include:

- Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs, such as
Microsoft Office Word and Excel
- Knowledge of braille
- Ability to assist in planning, reviewing, researching, and collecting
information


To learn more visit: https://www.loc.gov/nls/about/internship-program