Employment at Harvard Book Store

Thank you for your interest in Harvard Book Store! Because any employment choice is important, we’ll give you some basic information about working here to help you make an informed decision about applying. Please note that we rarely hire part-time employees; we are looking for applicants seeking full-time employment

Please note that most new employment opportunities at Harvard Book Store are for bookseller positions, though positions occasionally open in our shipping/receiving, used books, marketing/events, and warehouse departments.

Learn more by downloading our Employment Application [PDF]. 

How to Apply

  • Pick up and fill out an application in-person at Harvard Book Store (just ask for an application at the information desk!)
    OR
  • Download the application PDF, fill it out electronically, and email it to [email protected] with the subject line "Employment Application." (You can also print it and drop it off in-person at Harvard Book Store.)


Current Open Positions



We’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants regardless of ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.


While positions are not always available, we always accept applications, and turn to our applications on file when there are openings. Thanks for your interest in Harvard Square's landmark independent bookstore!