NSRC Library and Information Science Graduate Student

What You Will Do

The National Security Research Center (NSRC) is seeking a full‑time, summer graduate student to support our Collections Management Team on archival projects. This is an onsite position at the NSRC, Los Alamos National Laboratory’s classified library, containing millions of documents, films, books, and other archival materials related to the development, testing, and production of nuclear weapons.

This position will engage in digitizing, cataloging, and uploading materials to repositories for an estimated 50% of the time and assist in controlled vocabulary and taxonomy development for the other 50% of the time. The role may be repeated for multiple summers. A student’s first summer will focus on unclassified materials; a second summer may involve classified workflows if a Q clearance is obtained.

• Digitization of archival materials (paper, still image negatives)
• Cataloging and upload of digitized materials to repositories
• Assist in the research and creation of controlled vocabularies and taxonomies

• Develop digitization skills
• Gain experience in digital asset management, repositories, and cataloging
• Hands‑on experience at taxonomy development
• Contribute to the preservation and access of materials regarding national security and scientific history

• Familiarity with digital asset management systems
• Interest in controlled vocabularies and ontology development
• Understanding of digital preservation best practices, including metadata standards and file formats
• Strong organization and research skills with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Proactive professional communication
• Ability to work independently and in team environments while fostering an inclusive space
• Comfort with ambiguity in an iterative development setting
• Studies focused on ontology development, archives, digital preservation, and/or information science

• Currently enrolled in a full‑time graduate program in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or a closely related field
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)

• Ability to obtain a Q clearance (requires U.S. citizenship)
• Commitment to a multi‑summer internship
• Interest in programming languages (Python, XML, SQL)
• Familiarity with taxonomy, classification, and ontology principles and experience in Protégé
• Experience with at least one type of digitization equipment
• Interest in the history of science and technology

The work location is onsite in Los Alamos, NM. All working location decisions are at management discretion.

• Include a cover letter addressing the Minimum Job Requirements and Desired Qualifications in addition to a resume.
• Citizens of the People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, unless lawful permanent residents, are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission of national security laboratories.

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The campus offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic life and disability insurance; paid childbirth and parental leave; a 401(k) with matching; tuition assistance; flexible schedules and PTO; onsite gyms and wellness programs;

and relocation packages for distances beyond 50 miles.

• Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA under Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to U.S. citizens. Foreign nationals are subject to similar DOE orders.
• Position does not require a security clearance but will undergo drug testing and background checks.

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories. The Laboratory is committed to accessibility and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation, email applyhelp or call (505)‑664‑6947.