Continuing Education Opportunities
The National Archives and various Presidential Libraries across the nation are offering a range of professional development opportunities for those interested in archival work, education, and digitization.
In the upcoming Fall of 2025, the National Archives at College Park, MD, is offering two Records Management internships focused on the Office of Presidential Libraries. These internships will provide hands-on experience in developing inventories of audiovisual and paper records, preparing them for transport or destruction, and learning key records management processes for federal agencies. Interns will work in archival stacks and offices between September and December 2025, with various weekly hour commitments available[1].
In addition, the Professional Development Alliance offers online training programs that can be relevant for staff and professionals working with presidential library collections. For instance, on July 9, 2025, there is a session specifically on Digitization at the National Archives. Other related PD events cover leadership, digitization methods, and library technology[2].
While no specific scheduled professional development events for each National Archives Presidential Library and Museum were found in the current search results, these institutions typically engage in periodic conferences, workshops, and public genealogy series which can offer valuable knowledge and skills[3].
The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum in Dallas, TX, offers Teacher Workshops, as does the William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum in Little Rock, AR. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum provides Professional Development, and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum offers Professional Development in Simi Valley, CA. The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum is located in Austin, TX, and also offers Professional Development opportunities[4].
Moreover, most National Archives museums offer Workshops and Summer Teacher Institutes. For those seeking a more comprehensive understanding of the offerings at each Presidential Library, visiting their respective websites or the National Archives career page may provide additional event calendars beyond what was found here.
It is essential to note that the re-openings and continued operation of National Archives museums depend on local public health metrics. The Harry S. Truman Library and Museum provides Workshops and Summer Conference, while the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum offers Professional Development in Atlanta, GA[5]. The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum offers Teacher Development Workshops, and the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum is located in West Branch, IA[6].
In conclusion, whether you're a student, a professional, or an educator, there are numerous opportunities to learn and grow by engaging with the wealth of historical resources available at the Presidential Libraries across the United States. To stay updated on the latest events, visit the National Archives and individual Presidential Library websites regularly.
[1] National Archives. (n.d.). Records Management Internships. Retrieved from https://www.archives.gov/careers/jobs/internships/records-management-internships
[2] Professional Development Alliance. (n.d.). Online Training Programs. Retrieved from https://www.archives.gov/pd/online-training
[3] National Archives. (n.d.). Conferences, Workshops, and Public Genealogy Series. Retrieved from https://www.archives.gov/education/outreach/conferences
[4] Presidential Libraries. (n.d.). Professional Development Opportunities. Retrieved from https://www.archives.gov/presidential-libraries
[5] Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. (n.d.). Workshops and Summer Conference. Retrieved from https://www.trumanlibrary.org/education/workshops-and-summer-conference
[6] Jimmy Carter Library and Museum. (n.d.). Professional Development in Atlanta, GA. Retrieved from https://www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov/education/professional-development
[6] Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. (n.d.). Teacher Development Workshops. Retrieved from https://www.fdrlibrary.org/education
[7] Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum. (n.d.). Location. Retrieved from https://www.hoover.archives.gov/locations/west-branch-ia
Engaging with the Presidential Libraries across the United States offers valuable opportunities for education and self-development in various fields, such as archival work, records management, and digitization. For instance, the National Archives at College Park, MD, is offering Records Management internships in Fall 2025. Additionally, online training programs provided by the Professional Development Alliance can be beneficial for professionals working with presidential library collections.
