Student Jobs in the Libraries
Open positions
We are currently hiring for the following Library Student Assistant positions
Please send all applications and inquiries to the supervisor contact information provided in the listings. The Libraries Student Job Application can be used in lieu of a resume when applying.
Student employees are an important part of the CU Boulder Libraries. We are one of the largest employers on campus. Opportunities span from entry-level positions requiring no specific experience to highly specialized roles involved with ground-breaking projects and cutting-edge technologies.
Students choose to work at the Libraries because of the flexible schedules, competitive pay, and convenient locations. Positions include work-study opportunities. (What is work-study?)
Our student employees are undergraduates, graduate students, Colorado natives, residents of states all across the U.S., and international students.
What you need to know
Timelines
Hiring at the CU Boulder Libraries takes place on a continual basis as needed. Each of our departments manages their own hiring. Generally, most positions become available immediately before the fall and spring semesters, although positions can be posted at any time. All positions currently open are posted above.
Locations & Hours
We have multiple locations and offer a variety of schedules: daytime, evening and weekend shifts are available across campus at our five library locations. In addition to positions at the Business, Music, Gemmill and Earth Sciences and Maps Libraries, many students work in a variety of roles at Norlin Library.
Salary & Work-Study
The salary range for our positions is generally $16.00-$16.50 depending on previous relevant experience. Many positions require a work-study grant. If you are unsure if you are work-study eligible, please reach out to the Financial Aid office or work with Student Employment to get on the work-study waitlist.
Other campus opportunities & resources
Campus-wide, the Student Employment Office, located in Regent Hall Room 205, helps students locate jobs. Many campus departments and community businesses recognize the unique contribution students can make in the workplace and seek to provide job opportunities for students. Whether you’re a student looking for a job, or an employer wishing to hire a student, the Student Employment Office can help.