British Library – Opportunities this Summer 2025

THIS INFORMATION IS FROM THE BRITISH LIBRARY NEWSLETTER https://www.bl.uk/

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British Library – Opportunities Bulletin
Connecting our local community with career pathways and resources
🌟 Current Job Vacancies
Ready to join our team? We regularly post exciting opportunities across all departments – from curatorial roles to technical positions, customer service to digital innovation.
👉 View all current vacancies: British Library Careers Portal
🚀 Early Career & Training Opportunities

Creative Access Training Placements
Paid training opportunities designed to increase diversity in the cultural sector:
 
Mandem on the Move – Building Skills for Work & Business
Pilot Programme hosted by Movement Makers specifically designed to support Black, Mixed heritage and men of colour to develop workplace and entrepreneurial skills. Book Your Place
💼 Weekly Support Services
Employability Hub
When: Wednesdays, 13:00 – 16:00
Where: The Last Word Community Hub
In partnership with: Good Work Camden Job Hub
Ready to boost your career? Our Employability Hub offers weekly sessions designed to sharpen your job skills and explore new career opportunities. Whether you’re seeking paid or unpaid roles, we provide practical support, including:
  • Resume building & CV reviews
  • Interview preparation & practice
  • Networking with local employers
  • Career pathway guidance
  • Skills assessment & development planning
Entrepreneurs Club
When: Tuesdays, 14:00 – 16:00 (by appointment only)
Where: The Last Word Community Hub
Contact: salima.abdallah@bl.uk
Looking to kick-start your business idea? Join our Entrepreneurs Club for hands-on guidance to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Connect with a supportive community and get expert advice to help develop and grow your business. The club also serves as your gateway to our Business & IP Centre (BIPC) on the first floor – a world-class business research facility that’s completely free and open to all. Many local residents don’t know this incredible resource exists right on their doorstep, offering everything from market research databases to patent searches and startup guidance.
🎉 What’s On – Community Engagement
Discover all our community activities and events:
View Our Full Programme
🎯 Upcoming Highlights
FREE Garden Fete at The Story Garden
Date: Saturday 28th June 2025
Theme: “Grow Where You’re Planted”
A celebration of community growth and local connections.
Get Your Free Tickets
Camden Steam Week Work Experience
Programme: “The Immersive Library: Reimagining Exhibition Spaces”
Focus: Spatial Design & Digital Integration
Places: 13 young people, 1-week intensive programme fully booked through Speakers For Schools
🏢 Why Partner with the British Library?
For Your Clients:
  • Access to world-class resources and collections
  • Professional development in a prestigious cultural institution
  • Networking opportunities with industry professionals
  • Pathways into heritage, digital, and cultural careers
For Community Partners:
  • Regular vacancy updates and early career opportunities
  • Tailored employability support in professional setting
  • Access to specialist business resources via our IP Centre
  • Community engagement programmes designed for local residents
Stay Connected
Opportunities Programme Manager: Salima.Abdallah@bl.uk
Community Engagement Team: General enquiries Communityengagement@bl.uk
Business & IP Centre: First floor – free business research and startup support
The British Library is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all local residents, particularly supporting those from historically underrepresented communities in Kings Cross and surrounding areas. We believe in growing talent where it’s planted.
Share this bulletin with your clients and let’s build pathways to opportunity together.