[Samuel H. Kress Foundation](https://www.kressfoundation.org)

January 2027 (application deadline, projected)

$58,350 for a 12-month term; includes health insurance, professional development/travel funding, and other Yale benefits.

A 12-month fellowship at Yale's Haas Family Arts Library for recent library graduates to develop projects and gain experience in art librarianship, supported by the Samuel H. Kress Foundation.

--- ## Description The Kress Fellowship in Art Librarianship at Yale University is a 12-month, full-time professional development opportunity for recent graduates of ALA-accredited library and information science programs with a background in art, architecture, design, or related visual disciplines. Hosted at the Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library, with one day per week at the Yale Center for British Art’s Archives, the fellowship allows the recipient to design and implement a project aligned with their interests and the library’s needs. Fellows engage in activities such as activating library spaces, developing public and outreach services, community engagement, collection development, and assessment. The program emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and networking within Yale’s academic and museum communities, as well as the broader field of art librarianship. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Fellowship award: $58,350 for a 12-month term (prorated over the year) - Additional benefits: Health insurance, professional development/travel funding, and other Yale postgraduate benefits --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must have a master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program, completed between January 1, 2025, and before the fellowship start date (typically July 1 of the fellowship year). - Academic background in art, history of art, architecture, design, or a related visual arts/design discipline is required. - Active interest in art/architecture/design librarianship. - Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. - Initiative, project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. - Early-career professionals and recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification perfectly. --- ## Application Process - Submit a current resume or CV. - Provide a brief cover letter/statement of interest explaining your motivation for applying and your commitment to art librarianship. - List three professional references with contact information. - Applications must be submitted online (see External Links section). - A search committee of Yale librarians will review applications and contact selected candidates for interviews. - All offers are contingent upon successful completion of Yale's pre-employment background check. --- ## Additional Information - The fellowship is non-renewable and runs for a fixed 12-month period. - Fellows are encouraged to participate in professional development activities and may interact with a broad range of Yale departments, museums, and libraries. - Yale University is committed to equity, inclusion, and accessibility, and encourages applications from candidates who embrace these values. - For benefits details, see Yale’s [Postgraduate Appointee Benefits](https://postdocs.yale.edu/postgrads/being-a-postgrad-at-yale/benefits). --- ## External Links - [Program Details & Application Instructions (Yale Library)](https://guides.library.yale.edu/kressfellowship) - [Online Application Form](https://yalesurvey.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cu3Ix2ZVMpO00cK) - [Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library](https://library.yale.edu/artslibrary) - [Samuel H. Kress Foundation](https://www.kressfoundation.org) - [Yale Postgraduate Benefits](https://postdocs.yale.edu/postgrads/being-a-postgrad-at-yale/benefits) - [Past Fellows and Projects](https://guides.library.yale.edu/kressfellowship/past) - [Thoughts and Advice from Past Fellows](https://guides.library.yale.edu/kressfellowship/thoughts) --- ## Contact Information | Area | Contact Email | Phone | |-----------------------------|---------------------------------------|----------------| | Haas Family Arts Library | [arts.library@yale.edu](mailto:arts.library@yale.edu) | 203-432-2645 | | Arts Library Special Collections | [haasalsc@yale.edu](mailto:haasalsc@yale.edu) | | | Yale Library Main | [Ask Yale Library](https://ask.library.yale.edu/) | 203-432-1775 | | Kress Foundation | info@kressfoundation.org (general) | 212-861-4993 |

Kress Fellowship in Art Librarianship at Yale University

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