Development of a rotation plan and completion of project work assigned in each rotation.Learning, observation, and inquiry to gain a broad and deep understanding of how academic and research libraries operate.Professional development and skill-building.Professional service via participation in professional library and scholarly organizations and UT Libraries committees.Program Structure:A rotation plan for the first year will be collaboratively developed during orientation and will include rotating through at least two and up to four Libraries' units or areas, with opportunities for shorter observations in additional units. This first year allows the resident the opportunity to experience varied work opportunities. In the second year, the resident will focus on an area of specialization, deepening their skills and developing specialized experience in an area of their choice with the goal of being able to add one year of dedicated professional experience to their resume. In the third year, the resident will have the opportunity to continue their year two placement or select a new area of focus, and will receive mentorship and support in career development as well as dedicated time to apply to future positions.Example rotation areas could include:Subject liaison librarianship and collection developmentDigital scholarship, scholarly communications, and data managementAssessment and planningLibrary instruction and pedagogySpecial collections, rare books, and archivesCollections acquisitions and licensingDigitization and preservationMetadata and content description