Salzburg Global Seminar Library Internship | Salzburg Austria 2026

If you are interested in library science, archives, international policy, or global non-profit work, the Library Internship at Salzburg Global Seminar offers an exciting chance to gain practical experience in a unique setting. Based in Salzburg, Austria, this full-time internship gives interns responsibility for a private library and archives, while being immersed in a global network of changemakers.

 Program Overview

• The internship is full-time and lasts up to three months.
• Although unpaid, the position includes board and lodging at Schloss Leopoldskron in Salzburg, and a return travel ticket to the intern’s country of origin.
• Internship periods typically start in early February, early September, or late September, depending on organizational scheduling.

 Internship Duties & Responsibilities

As a Library Intern, you will be the point of contact for Salzburg Global’s private collection and archives. Typical tasks include:

• Archiving and cataloguing documents, especially converting digital documents into usable formats.
• Managing the periodicals and private library collection, including cataloguing, shelving, organizing.
• Supporting program-staff in sessions: preparing materials, research on participants, technical/administrative tasks.
• Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment and working across culturally and professionally diverse teams.

 Who Should Apply?

Ideal applicants will have:

• Recently completed or about to complete an undergraduate or graduate degree in library & information science, archives, or a related field.
• Excellent English writing and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for the mission of Salzburg Global Seminar and a readiness to work alongside global professionals.
• Ability to live in Salzburg for the full internship period and work full-time.
• A “can-do” attitude, flexibility, and willingness to support event and program logistics when needed.

 Why Choose This Internship?

• You will work in an internationally-oriented non-profit with rich history and global impact spanning 70+ years.
• The setting — Schloss Leopoldskron in Salzburg — offers a unique environment for personal growth, professional development, and networking.
• Experience in library/archives plus global program support positions you well for careers in non-profits, international organisations, cultural institutions or research libraries.
• The accommodation and return travel support make the unpaid internship financially more accessible compared to many unpaid roles.

 Application Tips

Here are helpful hints to strengthen your application:

• Highlight your archive/library coursework or related experience (even volunteering).
• Emphasise your interest in global issues, culture, diversity and international collaboration.
• Show flexibility and willingness to do both library/archival work and program-support tasks.
• Demonstrate excellent English communication and writing skills.
• Prepare to discuss why you want to be based in Salzburg and how this internship fits your career plans.