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Title: | Fall Editorial Intern, Running Press |
Description: | Running Press Book Publishers in Philadelphia is seeking interns for their editorial department during the 2019 fall season.
As an Editorial Intern at Running Press, you will assist the editorial staff in both the Adult, Kids, and Miniature Editions imprints. You will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks and help with special projects. In addition to providing administrative support to the Editorial department, the Editorial Intern will be asked to learn and perform a variety of functions related to the editorial process including: -Review book proposals and write reader's reports -Research comparable works Preform administrative duties, including book mailings -Work with editors and editorial directors to write and proofread marketing copy and other materials -Attend and contribute in editorial and creative meetings |
Requirements: | Ideal Candidate:
-A current college or graduate student interested in exploring a career in book publishing (relevant major in writing, publishing, English, journalism, or communications is preferred) -Must be able to work a minimum of 16 hours per week; maximum of 20 hours per week Self-starter with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills -Enthusiastic and excited about non-fiction publishing in genres like lifestyle, cookbooks, pop culture, and humor, as well as children's publishing -Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel This is a paid internship that will run on a semester basis for 12 weeks starting on September 23, 2019 and running until December 13, 2019. How to apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit both a resume AND cover letter. |
Company: | HACHETTE BOOK GROUP |
Location: | Philadelphia, PA |
How To Apply For This Job: | Please apply via the link below: https://jobs.jobvite.com/hachette-book-group/job/oiuCafwi |
Date Posted: | 7/29/2019 (Ongoing Job Posting) |