Love libraries?
Hit the road to explore how you can be part of their future!
Apply by May 25, 2025
Libraries are so much more than a collection of bookshelves—they’re hubs of opportunity, community, and curiosity. If knowledge is power, these are the places that ensure everyone has access to that energy.
But have you ever thought about what it takes to build a career in these spaces? If you’re curious about working in a library—or just passionate about what libraries bring to the world—this could be the trip for you.
This year, Roadtrip Nation is sending three people on a life-changing journey to explore careers in libraries.
Fueled by the Carnegie Corporation of New York and Strada Education Foundation, you’ll travel across the country, meet inspiring mentors who’ve turned their passion for books, curiosity, and community-building into careers, and discover all the surprising ways you can be part of shaping the future of libraries.
If you’ve ever wondered:
How can I turn my passion for books, knowledge, and libraries into a career?
What kinds of jobs even exist in libraries beyond being a librarian?
How can libraries drive change and build stronger communities?
…we want to hear from you!
Libraries are for everyone—and so are the careers that keep them thriving. Apply now to find your path, meet mentors who’ve been in your shoes, and explore how you can help shape the future of libraries.
Who We’re Looking for:
- Love libraries and want to explore how you can be part of their future
- Are curious about community-building, knowledge-sharing, and civic engagement
- Want to learn from inspiring librarians, leaders, and innovators
- Are ready to hit the road for a once-in-a-lifetime experience
What is this for?
You’ll be applying to be part of Roadtrip Nation’s public television series about how people find their paths in life. That means you'll be part of the show—we'll be filming you along the journey, to highlight your story, and share it with more people like you!
You’ll meet subject matter experts and leaders who’ve been right where you are. As you travel the country in our big green RV, you’ll meet people who’ve taken all sorts of different paths to get to all kinds of different places. The one thing they all have in common? They all love what they do and want to help you find something that’ll get you excited to start your day each morning too!
Still, this is so much more than a TV show—it’s an opportunity for you to get out there, get exposure to new paths and possibilities, and talk to people whose stories can change your life.
Additional Information:
- We’ll be filming in September, and we’ll work with you to schedule around your life commitments during that time.
- All travel expenses—plus a daily stipend for personal expenses—are paid for by Roadtrip Nation. We’ll work with you to make sure the stipend covers what you need to be able to participate.
- The experience will be filmed, and you’ll be asked to share your thoughts and feelings on-camera throughout the journey. The resulting documentary may be shown on public television, and/or used in Roadtrip Nation’s educational tools.
- If selected, you’ll help plan the experience around your interests and career aspirations—so you’ll need to work with Roadtrip Nation to research and book interviews with the career role models you’d like to speak with.
- After filming is over, we’ll provide you with six months of free personalized career coaching and support from InsideTrack to help you pursue your life, education, and career goals.
Have questions? Check out our FAQ page.
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Libraries Roadtrip
Love libraries?
Hit the road to explore how you can be part of their future!
Apply by May 25, 2025
Libraries are so much more than a collection of bookshelves—they’re hubs of opportunity, community, and curiosity. If knowledge is power, these are the places that ensure everyone has access to that energy.
But have you ever thought about what it takes to build a career in these spaces? If you’re curious about working in a library—or just passionate about what libraries bring to the world—this could be the trip for you.
This year, Roadtrip Nation is sending three people on a life-changing journey to explore careers in libraries.
Fueled by the Carnegie Corporation of New York and Strada Education Foundation, you’ll travel across the country, meet inspiring mentors who’ve turned their passion for books, curiosity, and community-building into careers, and discover all the surprising ways you can be part of shaping the future of libraries.
If you’ve ever wondered:
How can I turn my passion for books, knowledge, and libraries into a career?
What kinds of jobs even exist in libraries beyond being a librarian?
How can libraries drive change and build stronger communities?
…we want to hear from you!
Libraries are for everyone—and so are the careers that keep them thriving. Apply now to find your path, meet mentors who’ve been in your shoes, and explore how you can help shape the future of libraries.
Who We’re Looking for:
- Love libraries and want to explore how you can be part of their future
- Are curious about community-building, knowledge-sharing, and civic engagement
- Want to learn from inspiring librarians, leaders, and innovators
- Are ready to hit the road for a once-in-a-lifetime experience
What is this for?
You’ll be applying to be part of Roadtrip Nation’s public television series about how people find their paths in life. That means you'll be part of the show—we'll be filming you along the journey, to highlight your story, and share it with more people like you!
You’ll meet subject matter experts and leaders who’ve been right where you are. As you travel the country in our big green RV, you’ll meet people who’ve taken all sorts of different paths to get to all kinds of different places. The one thing they all have in common? They all love what they do and want to help you find something that’ll get you excited to start your day each morning too!
Still, this is so much more than a TV show—it’s an opportunity for you to get out there, get exposure to new paths and possibilities, and talk to people whose stories can change your life.
Additional Information:
- We’ll be filming in September, and we’ll work with you to schedule around your life commitments during that time.
- All travel expenses—plus a daily stipend for personal expenses—are paid for by Roadtrip Nation. We’ll work with you to make sure the stipend covers what you need to be able to participate.
- The experience will be filmed, and you’ll be asked to share your thoughts and feelings on-camera throughout the journey. The resulting documentary may be shown on public television, and/or used in Roadtrip Nation’s educational tools.
- If selected, you’ll help plan the experience around your interests and career aspirations—so you’ll need to work with Roadtrip Nation to research and book interviews with the career role models you’d like to speak with.
- After filming is over, we’ll provide you with six months of free personalized career coaching and support from InsideTrack to help you pursue your life, education, and career goals.
Have questions? Check out our FAQ page.
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