Student employees are an important part of the Libraries at Lehigh University. We are one of the largest employers on campus. Opportunities span from entry-level positions requiring no specific experience to highly specialized roles working with innovative and cutting-edge technologies.
We often have openings in the following areas:
Libraries:
- Library Circulation Desk
- Lehigh Libraries Special Collections
- Communications & Graphic Design
Why work for Lehigh University Libraries?
Students choose to work in Lehigh University Libraries because of the flexible schedules, competitive pay, and convenient locations. Positions include work study, non-work study, and internship opportunities.
We provide hundreds of students with real-world, hands-on opportunities to explore their areas of interest, discover their passions, and build professional skills that complement classroom learning. Student employees gain and develop a broad range of competencies including programming, computing and networking, scholarly publishing and digitization, as well as leadership, problem-solving, customer service, collaboration, and communication skills.
Our student employees are undergraduate and graduate students, Pennsylvania natives, residents of states all across the U.S., and international students. Lehigh University Libraries are committed to diversity in hiring.
Get a jump start on your career and join our team!
Our work directly supports student success. The library is the heart of campus life and it feels meaningful to help create a space where students can focus, collaborate, and achieve their goals.
Shokhrukhbek Komiljonov ‘26, MBA, Graduate Student Supervisor
Careers in Lehigh University Libraries
Lehigh University Libraries are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and innovative workforce to join our teams in Library Service and Library Technology.
We prioritize employee well-being and growth in a supportive educational and professional environment and offer candidates an inclusive culture, competitive pay and benefits, and more. Explore available career opportunities now.
Lehigh University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.