The British Library - Careers
Just like your favourite book, our work experience, internships and apprenticeships open a WORLD of possibilities
Apprenticeships with The British Library
We offer you a great start if you're leaving school or taking your next career step. Do you want to gain new skills and experiences in a workplace like no other? Come and learn on the job with us.
You’ll be paid for doing a job for 30 hours per week and get time off to complete your studies. Your manager can help you to decide what working patterns are best for you. You’ll also have the chance to learn from our experienced staff and work with other apprentices in different areas.
As a member of staff you receive a number of benefits and you can apply for an NUS apprenticeships card which provides you with discounts for many well-known shops and restaurants.
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Paid Internships
From time to time the British Library advertises paid internship positions.
It’s a wonderful way to build your knowledge, skills and CV while gaining paid experience with a renowned Youth Friendly Employer.
School Work Experience
We’re developing a virtual work experience programme, too!
Apply for early careers with The British Library
Did you know?
The British Library is huge. If you saw five items each day, it would take you over 80,000 years to see the whole collection!
We’re not just for experts and academics – we’re for the public. You can see everything from Leonardo da Vinci’s notebook to 13.5 million printed books and e-books.
Think fresh
Even if you’ve never thought about working with a library before, we value your fresh ideas and new ways of looking at things. We have two amazing sites – in London’s St. Pancras and in Boston Spa, West Yorkshire. Whatever your background and skills are, you are welcome to explore our opportunities. We’d love to hear from you!